Ford Fiesta: Wipers and Washers / Wipers and Washers - Overview. Description and Operation
Overview
The
windshield wiper/washer system is activated by the wiper/washer switch
(also known as the steering column multifunction switch RH ). The
following functions/features of the windshield wiper/washer system are:
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Windshield wash
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Mist wipe (single wipe)
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Windshield wipers (low/high speed)
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Intermittent wipers
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Wiper activated exterior lamps (if equipped)
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Rain sensitive wipers (if equipped)
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Rear window wipe
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Rear window wash
There are 6 intermittent settings to choose from for the rain sensitive wipers (if equipped) and the intermittent wipers.
There are 2 settings (off and on) to choose from for the rear window wiper operation.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Wiper/Washer Switch
2
Windshield Wiper Motor
3
Washer Motor
4
BCM
5
Rear Window Wiper Motor
6
Rain Sensor
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wipers operate only when the ignition is ON...
Other information:
Inspection
NOTE:
Do not clean the dual mass flywheel with compressed air.
NOTE:
Do not clean the dual mass flywheel with any kind of fluid,
use a dry cloth only or damage to the dual mass flywheel may occur.
NOTE:
Do not clean the gap between the primary and secondary mass...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Air Conditioning Service Unit
Refrigerant Identification Equipment
Recovery
NOTICE:
Use an A/C refrigerant analyzer before recovering any of the vehicle's
A/C refrigerant. Failure to do so puts the shop's bulk refrigerant at
risk of contamination...