Wiper troubleshooting

Ran across this, and thought I'd post it for reference:

Problem: Motor doesn't stop when switch is turned off Possible cause: defective switch; defective wiper motor

Problem: Blades stop anywhere when switch is turned off Possible cause: Open circuit between switch and motor; defective switch; defective wiper motor

Problem: Motor runs slowly in all speeds Possible cause: wiper linkage damaged or binding; defective wiper motor

Problem: Motor runs in high but not low; motor runs in low but not high Possible cause: Open circuit between switch and motor; defective wiper motor

Problem: Wipers won't come on in delay mode Possible cause: Open circuit between switch and motor; defective governor

Problem: Wipers won't stop running in delay mode Possible cause: Open circuit between switch and motor; poor ground at wiper motor; loose or damaged connector at governor

Problem: motor will not run Possible cause: Open circuit between switch and motor;defective switch; poor ground at wiper motor; defective wiper motor

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