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Thread: troubleshooting wiper problem on an 80

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    Trying to get my wipers working. They were working until recently. Not sure what happened. With ignition in on position I have no 12 volt at wiper motor connection. Checked fuse and it is fine as there is 12 volt power at the fuse block. Should I assume the wiper switch decided to quit on me? If not, what else to consider? Any tips on troubleshooting would be greatly appreciated!

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    Jim
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    Jim

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    With no power at the motor but power at the fuse I suspect the switch. It looks like the trim piece around the switch pulls off. If it doesn't give you good access then I suspect that you may have to remove the screws from the speedometer and tach assembly and lay them ahead out of the way.
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    I had a short in my wiper switch once - took me 2 weeks to track it down. I was able to take the housing apart, clean the switch and put it back together again. It was very simple to do.

    Hope this helps.


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