motor that is secured with screws to the wiper motor
and to the liftgate inner panel.
²Electronic Controls- The rear wiper module
electronic controls include the rear wiper system
electronic logic and rear wiper motor electronic con-
trols. The electronic controls for the motor include an
electronic speed control that speeds the wiper blade
near the center of the glass, but slows the wiper
blade during directional reversals at each end of the
wipe pattern and during wiper blade off-the-glass
parking for quieter operation.
²Motor- The permanent magnet rear wiper
motor is secured with screws to the rear wiper mod-
ule bracket. The wiper motor includes an integral
transmission, and the motor output shaft.
The rear wiper module cannot be adjusted or
repaired. If any component of the module is faulty or
damaged, the entire rear wiper module unit must be
replaced. The motor output shaft gasket, bezel, nut,
and nut cover are available for service replacement.
OPERATION
The rear wiper module receives non-switched bat-
tery current through a fuse in the Junction Block
(JB) and is grounded at all times. The rear wiper
module operation is controlled by the vehicle operator
through battery current signal inputs received by the
rear wiper module electronic controls from the right
multi-function switch on the steering column. The
module also receives an external control input from
the liftgate flip-up glass ajar switch circuit. The rear
wiper module electronic control logic uses these
inputs, its internal inputs, and its programming to
provide continuous wipe, delay wipe, wipe-after-wash
and off-the-glass wiper blade parking. The wiper
blade cycling is controlled by the rear wiper module
electronic controls, which control current flow to the
wiper motor brushes. The wiper motor transmission
converts the rotary output of the wiper motor to the
back and forth wiping motion of the rear wiper arm
and blade on the liftgate glass.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect and isolate the battery negative
cable.
(2) Remove the rear wiper arm from the rear
wiper motor output shaft. (Refer to 8 - ELECTRI-
CAL/REAR WIPERS/WASHERS/REAR WIPER ARM
- REMOVAL).
(3) Use a door trim panel removal tool to gently
pry at the base of the nut cover where it meets the
wiper motor output shaft bezel and gasket on the
outer liftgate panel until it unsnaps from the bezel
(Fig. 13). Be certain to use proper caution to protect
the outer liftgate panel and its paint finish from
damage during this procedure.(4) Remove the nut that secures the rear wiper
motor output shaft to the outer liftgate panel.
(5) Remove the bezel and gasket from the rear
wiper motor output shaft.
(6) Remove the trim panel from the inside of the
liftgate. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DECKLID/HATCH/
LIFTGATE/TAILGATE/TRIM PANEL - REMOVAL).
(7) Disconnect the liftgate wire harness connector
for the rear wiper module from the module connector
receptacle (Fig. 14).
(8) Loosen the two nuts that secure the rear wiper
module mounting bracket to the liftgate inner panel.
(9) Slide the rear wiper module and mounting
bracket forward far enough to disengage the mount-
ing nuts from the keyed holes in the liftgate inner
panel.
(10) Remove the rear wiper module and mounting
bracket from the liftgate as a unit.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the rear wiper module and bracket to
the liftgate as a unit (Fig. 14).
(2) Insert the rear wiper motor output shaft
through the hole in the liftgate outer panel and
engage the mounting nuts in the keyed holes in the
liftgate inner panel.
(3) From the outside of the liftgate, center the rear
wiper motor output shaft in the liftgate outer panel
mounting hole and install the gasket and bezel over
the centered shaft (Fig. 13).
Fig. 13 Rear Wiper Motor Output Shaft Remove/
Install
1 - NUT
2 - NUT COVER
3 - BEZEL AND GASKET
4 - LIFTGATE OUTER PANEL
5 - REAR WIPER MOTOR OUTPUT SHAFT
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REAR WIPER MODULE (Continued)
WIRING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
page page
WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION....... 8W-01-1
COMPONENT INDEX.................. 8W-02-1
POWER DISTRIBUTION............... 8W-10-1
JUNCTION BLOCK.................... 8W-12-1
GROUND DISTRIBUTION.............. 8W-15-1
BUS COMMUNICATIONS.............. 8W-18-1
CHARGING SYSTEM.................. 8W-20-1
STARTING SYSTEM.................. 8W-21-1
FUEL/IGNITION SYSTEM.............. 8W-30-1
TRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM..... 8W-31-1
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL............ 8W-33-1
ANTILOCK BRAKES................... 8W-35-1
VEHICLE THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM..... 8W-39-1
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER............... 8W-40-1
HORN/CIGAR LIGHTER/POWER OUTLET . . 8W-41-1
AIR CONDITIONING-HEATER........... 8W-42-1
AIRBAG SYSTEM.................... 8W-43-1
INTERIOR LIGHTING.................. 8W-44-1
BODY CONTROL MODULE............. 8W-45-1AUDIO SYSTEM..................... 8W-47-1
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER............ 8W-48-1
OVERHEAD CONSOLE................. 8W-49-1
FRONT LIGHTING.................... 8W-50-1
REAR LIGHTING..................... 8W-51-1
TURN SIGNALS...................... 8W-52-1
WIPERS............................ 8W-53-1
TRAILER TOW....................... 8W-54-1
POWER WINDOWS................... 8W-60-1
POWER DOOR LOCKS................ 8W-61-1
POWER MIRRORS................... 8W-62-1
POWER SEATS...................... 8W-63-1
POWER SUNROOF................... 8W-64-1
SPLICE INFORMATION................ 8W-70-1
CONNECTOR PIN-OUT................ 8W-80-1
CONNECTOR/GROUND/SPLICE
LOCATION........................ 8W-91-1
POWER DISTRIBUTION............... 8W-97-1 WJWIRING 8W - 1
²Ohmmeter - Used to check the resistance
between two points of a circuit. Low or no resistance
in a circuit means good continuity.
CAUTION: Most of the electrical components used
in today's vehicles are Solid State. When checking
resistance in these circuits use a meter with a 10 -
megohm or greater impedance rating. In addition,
make sure the power is disconnected from the cir-
cuit. Circuits that are powered up by the vehicle's
electrical system can cause damage to the equip-
ment and provide false readings.
²Probing Tools - These tools are used for probing
terminals in connectors (Fig. 5). Select the proper
size tool from Special Tool Package 6807, and insert
it into the terminal being tested. Use the other end
of the tool to insert the meter probe.
INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS
Most intermittent electrical problems are caused
by faulty electrical connections or wiring. It is also
possible for a sticking component or relay to cause a
problem. Before condemning a component or wiring
assembly, check the following items.
²Connectors are fully seated
²Spread terminals, or terminal push out
²Terminals in the wiring assembly are fully
seated into the connector/component and locked into
position
²
Dirt or corrosion on the terminals. Any amount of
corrosion or dirt could cause an intermittent problem
²Damaged connector/component casing exposing
the item to dirt or moisture
²Wire insulation that has rubbed through causing
a short to ground
²Some or all of the wiring strands broken inside
of the insulation
²Wiring broken inside of the insulation
TROUBLESHOOTING WIRING PROBLEMS
When troubleshooting wiring problems there are
six steps which can aid in the procedure. The stepsare listed and explained below. Always check for non-
factory items added to the vehicle before doing any
diagnosis. If the vehicle is equipped with these items,
disconnect them to verify these add-on items are not
the cause of the problem.
(1) Verify the problem.
(2) Verify any related symptoms. Do this by per-
forming operational checks on components that are
in the same circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
(3) Analyze the symptoms. Use the wiring dia-
grams to determine what the circuit is doing, where
the problem most likely is occurring and where the
diagnosis will continue.
(4) Isolate the problem area.
(5) Repair the problem area.
(6) Verify the proper operation. For this step,
check for proper operation of all items on the
repaired circuit. Refer to the wiring diagrams.
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - ELECTROSTATIC
DISCHARGE (ESD) SENSITIVE DEVICES
All ESD sensitive components are solid state and a
symbol (Fig. 6) is used to indicate this. When handling
any component with this symbol, comply with the fol-
lowing procedures to reduce the possibility of electro-
static charge build up on the body and inadvertent
discharge into the component. If it is not known
whether the part is ESD sensitive, assume that it is.
(1) Always touch a known good ground before han-
dling the part. This should be repeated while han-
dling the part and more frequently after sliding
across a seat, sitting down from a standing position,
or walking a distance.
(2) Avoid touching electrical terminals of the part,
unless instructed to do so by a written procedure.
(3) When using a voltmeter, be sure to connect the
ground lead first.
(4) Do not remove the part form it's protective
packing until it is time to install the part.
(5) Before removing the part from it's pakage,
ground the pakage to a known good ground on the
vehicle.
Fig. 5 PROBING TOOL
1 - SPECIAL TOOL 6801
2 - PROBING END
Fig. 6 ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE SYMBOL
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WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION (Continued)
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING OF
VOLTAGE POTENTIAL
(1) Connect the ground lead of a voltmeter to a
known good ground (Fig. 7).
(2) Connect the other lead of the voltmeter to the
selected test point. The vehicle ignition may need to
be turned ON to check voltage. Refer to the appropri-
ate test procedure.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR
CONTINUITY
(1) Remove the fuse for the circuit being checked
or, disconnect the battery.
(2) Connect one lead of the ohmmeter to one side
of the circuit being tested (Fig. 8).
(3) Connect the other lead to the other end of the
circuit being tested. Low or no resistance means good
continuity.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - TESTING FOR A
SHORT TO GROUND
(1) Remove the fuse and disconnect all items
involved with the fuse.
(2) Connect a test light or a voltmeter across the
terminals of the fuse.
(3) Starting at the fuse block, wiggle the wiring
harness about six to eight inches apart and watch
the voltmeter/test lamp.
(4) If the voltmeter registers voltage or the test
lamp glows, there is a short to ground in that gen-
eral area of the wiring harness.
Fig. 7 TESTING FOR VOLTAGE POTENTIAL
Fig. 8 TESTING FOR CONTINUITY
1 - FUSE REMOVED FROM CIRCUIT
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WIRING DIAGRAM INFORMATION (Continued)
CONNECTOR
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect battery.
(2) Release Connector Lock (Fig. 10).
(3) Disconnect the connector being repaired from
its mating half/component.
(4) Remove the dress cover (if applicable) (Fig. 10).
(5) Release the Secondary Terminal Lock, if
required (Fig. 11).
(6) Position the connector locking finger away from
the terminal using the proper special tool. Pull on
the wire to remove the terminal from the connector
(Fig. 12).
INSTALLATION
(1) Insert the removed terminal in the same cavity
on the repair connector.
(2) Repeat steps for each terminal in the connec-
tor, being sure that all wires are inserted into the
proper cavities. For additional connector pin-out
identification, refer to the wiring diagrams.
(3) When the connector is re-assembled, the sec-
ondary terminal lock must be placed in the locked
position to prevent terminal push out.
(4) Replace dress cover (if applicable).
(5) Connect connector to its mating half/compo-
nent.
(6) Connect battery and test all affected systems.
Fig. 10 REMOVAL OF DRESS COVER
1 - DRESS COVER
2 - CONNECTOR LOCK
3 - CONNECTOR
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Fig. 11 EXAMPLES OF CONNECTOR SECONDARY TERMINAL LOCKS
1 - Secondary Terminal Lock
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CONNECTOR (Continued)
DIODE
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the battery.
(2) Locate the diode in the harness, and remove
the protective covering.
(3) Remove the diode from the harness, pay atten-
tion to the current flow direction (Fig. 13).
INSTALLATION
(1) Remove the insulation from the wires in the
harness. Only remove enough insulation to solder in
the new diode.
(2) Install the new diode in the harness, making
sure current flow is correct. If necessary, refer to the
appropriate wiring diagram for current flow (Fig. 13).
(3) Solder the connection together using rosin core
type solder only.Do not use acid core solder.
(4) Tape the diode to the harness using electrical
tape. Make sure the diode is completely sealed from
the elements.
(5) Re-connect the battery and test affected sys-
tems.
TERMINAL
REMOVAL
(1) Follow steps for removing terminals described
in the connector removal section.
(2) Cut the wire 6 inches from the back of the con-
nector.
INSTALLATION
(1) Select a wire from the terminal repair kit that
best matches the color and gage of the wire being
repaired.
(2) Cut the repair wire to the proper length and
remove one±half (1/2) inch of insulation.
(3) Splice the repair wire to the wire harness (see
wire splicing procedure).
(4) Insert the repaired wire into the connector.
(5) Install the connector locking wedge, if required,
and reconnect the connector to its mating half/compo-
nent.
(6) Re-tape the wire harness starting at 1±1/2
inches behind the connector and 2 inches past the
repair.
(7) Connect battery and test all affected systems.
Fig. 13 DIODE IDENTIFICATION
1 - CURRENT FLOW
2 - BAND AROUND DIODE INDICATES CURRENT FLOW
3 - DIODE AS SHOWN IN THE DIAGRAMS
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8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX
Component Page
A/C Compressor Clutch................. 8W-42
A/C Pressure Transducer................ 8W-42
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor......... 8W-30
Accessory Delay Relay.................. 8W-64
Adjustable Pedals..................... 8W-30
Airbags............................. 8W-43
Ambient Temperature Sensor............ 8W-45
Antennas............................ 8W-47
Ash Receiver Lamp.................... 8W-44
Auto Shut Down Relay................. 8W-30
Automatic Day/Night Mirror............. 8W-49
Automatic Headlamp Light Sensor/VTSS
LED.............................. 8W-39
Automatic Zone Control Module.......... 8W-42
Back-Up Lamp Relay................... 8W-51
Battery Temperature Sensor............. 8W-30
Battery............................. 8W-20
Blend Door Motor/Actuator.............. 8W-42
Blower Motor......................... 8W-42
Body Control Module................... 8W-45
Boost Pressure Sensor.................. 8W-30
Brake Lamp Switch.................... 8W-33
Camshaft Position Sensor............... 8W-30
Capacitors........................... 8W-30
Cargo Lamp.......................... 8W-44
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp......... 8W-51
Cigar Lighter......................... 8W-41
Circuit Breakers...................... 8W-12
Clockspring.................. 8W-33, 41, 43, 47
Coil On Plugs......................... 8W-30
Coil Rail............................. 8W-30
Combination Flasher................... 8W-52
Compact Disc Changer.................. 8W-47
Controller Antilock Brake............... 8W-35
Coolant Level Sensor................... 8W-45
Courtesy Lamps....................... 8W-44
Crankcase Heater..................... 8W-30
Crankshaft Position Sensor.............. 8W-30
Cylinder Lock Switches................. 8W-61
Data Link Connector................... 8W-18
Diagnostic Junction Port................ 8W-18
EGR Solenoid......................... 8W-30
Electric Brake........................ 8W-54
Electronic Speed Control Servo........... 8W-33
Engine Control Module................. 8W-30
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor...... 8W-30
Engine Oil Pressure Sensor.............. 8W-30
Engine Starter Motor................... 8W-21
EVAP/Purge Solenoid................... 8W-30
Fog Lamps........................ 8W-50, 51
Fuel Injectors......................... 8W-30
Fuel Pressure Sensor................... 8W-30Component Page
Fuel Pressure Solenoid................. 8W-30
Fuel Pump........................... 8W-30
Fuel Tank Module..................... 8W-30
Fuses............................ 8W-10, 12
Fusible Link....................... 8W-10, 20
Grounds............................. 8W-15
Generator......................... 8W-20, 30
Glove Box Lamp...................... 8W-44
Glow Plugs........................... 8W-30
Headlamp Leveling Motor............... 8W-50
Heated Seats......................... 8W-63
High Beam Headlamps................. 8W-50
Hood Ajar Switch...................... 8W-39
Horns............................... 8W-41
Hydraulic Cooling Module............ 8W-30, 42
Idle Air Control Motor.................. 8W-30
Ignition Switch....................... 8W-10
Impact Sensors....................... 8W-43
Input Speed Sensor.................... 8W-31
Instrument Cluster.................... 8W-40
Intake Air Temperature Sensor........... 8W-30
Intake Port Swirl Actuator.............. 8W-30
Intrusion Transceiver Module............ 8W-49
Junction Block........................ 8W-12
Knock Sensor......................... 8W-30
Lamp Assemblies................... 8W-51, 52
Leak Detection Pump.................. 8W-30
License Lamps........................ 8W-51
Liftgate............................. 8W-61
Line Pressure Sensor................... 8W-31
Low Beam Headlamps.................. 8W-50
Low Beam Relay...................... 8W-50
Low Beam/Daytime Running Lamp Relay . . . 8W-50
Lumbar Motor........................ 8W-63
Lumbar Switch....................... 8W-63
Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor........ 8W-30
Manual Temperature Control............. 8W-42
Mass Air Flow Sensor.................. 8W-30
Memory Set Switch................. 8W-62, 63
Mode Door Motor/Actuator............... 8W-42
Multi-Function Switch............... 8W-50, 53
Output Speed Sensor................... 8W-31
Overhead Map/Courtesy Lamp........... 8W-44
Oxygen Sensors....................... 8W-30
Park Brake Switch..................... 8W-40
Park Lamp........................... 8W-50
Park/Neutral Position Switch............ 8W-31
Park/Turn Signal Lamps................ 8W-50
Power Amplifier....................... 8W-47
Power Connector...................... 8W-41
Power Distribution Center............... 8W-10
Power Mirrors........................ 8W-62
WJ8W-02 COMPONENT INDEX 8W - 02 - 1