MERCEDES-BENZ ML430 1997 Complete Repair Manual

WIPER, FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-3004GH
MODEL 163
The function wiping windshield is switched in three stages with the combination switch (S4)
One-touch wiping - press switch lever upward to first catch position (t). The switch lever returns to the
basic position after being released.
Wiping stage 1 - press switch lever upward beyond first catch position (1).
Wiping stage 2 - press switch lever upward beyond second catch point (2).
A connector of the wiper motor (M6/1) is connected to circuit 15. The motor starts operating. When stage 2 is
switched on the other motor connection is switched. The motor operates with higher speed.
When switched back to the basic setting the motor is supplied with power by c. 15 via the non-actuated contact
of relay F1k17 (b) until the wiper arm has reached its park position. In this position, the cam switch brakes the
motor by short-circuiting (eddy-current brake)
Fig. 25: Identifying Wiper Function

as of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-
4100GK
Rain sensoronly with code 345a
(rain sensor)GF82.30-P-
4103GH
Anti-lock protection for wiper motor GF82.30-P-
4008GH
Wiper motor,
location/purpose/design/function GF82.30-P-
4104GH
All-activity module, up to 30.11.99GF54.21-P-

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SAFETY SHUTOFF (WSA) - FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-3005GH
MODEL 163 Applicable as of 1.9.00
Safety shutoff
The intermittent wipe function is interrupted when the vehicle comes to a complete stop and at least one of
the front doors is open. Any wipe cycle in progress is completed before wipers come to a halt.
Wiping resumes when both front doors are closed and/or the vehicle is put into motion.
The safety shutoff therefore only operates when the vehicle is at a complete stop. This ensures that the
intermittent wiping feature remains available during driving even if a door jamb switch is defective.
ANTI-LOCK PROTECTION FOR WIPER MOTOR, FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4008GH
MODEL 163
The all-activity module(AAM) (N10) recognizes that the wiper motor (M6/1) is locked up because of the
absence of signals from the cam switch.
If signals are not recognized for longer than 1 s the front wiper motor relay (F1k17) is no longer actuated.

The anti-lock protection is only effective in the function interval wiping . In other wiper stages the AAM does
not have influence on the wiper motor.
RAIN SENSOR - FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4103-02GH
location/purpose/design/function4100GH
as of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-
4100GK
Extended activity module,
location/purposeas of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-
4106GH
Windshield Intermittent
Wipe - Function GF82.30-P-3003GH
Wiper motor,
location/purpose/design/function GF82.30-P-
4104GH
All-activity module (AAM),
location/purpose/ design/functionup to 30.11.99GF54.21-P-
4100GH
as of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-
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How it works
An infrared transmitter (2)sends infrared light to a lens (1) which directs the beam to the windshield (4) . The
intensity of the light reflected by the windshield is measured by an IR receiver (3)located at the opposite end of
the lens.
Dry windshield (Fig. A)
When the area around the rain sensor (B38) is dry nearly all of the light is reflected and the IR receiver
(3) measures a high level of light intensity.
Wet windshield (Fig. B)
When the reflection area is wet, some of the light is scattered away from the glass of the windshield. This
reduces the intensity of the reflected light and the IR receiver (3) measures a lower level of light intensity.
The light intensity measured by the IR receiver (3) provides a measure of the rain intensity on the windshield.
Lower light intensities indicate higher levels of rain intensity on the windshield.
Fig. 26: Identifying Infrared Transmitter And IR Receiver

Rain sensor data flow
The rain sensor (B38) networks with the All Activity Module (AAM, N10) via the engine compartment CAN.
More than
just a "rain sensor," the unit also comprises integrated light sensors for the vehicle lighting

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system . Data from the light sensors is also sent to the All Activity Module (AAM, N10) via the engine
compartment CAN.
Power supply
Power is supplied to the rain sensor (B38) via KI. 15 so that these functions are available only when the ignition
is on.
RAIN SENSOR - LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4103GH
MODEL 163 with code 345a Rain sensor
Fig. 27: Identifying Rain Sensor Location

Rain Sensor - LocationThe rain sensor (B38) is
adhered to the inside
surface of the windshield.
Rain Sensor - TaskThe rain sensor (B38)
assesses the rain
intensity on the
windshield and
automatically adjusts the
intermittent wiper speed.
In addition, light sensors
gauge ambient light

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WIPER MOTOR, FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4104-01GH
The wiper arm can be driven by the motor with two speeds. The motor runs at high or low speed depending on
brush voltage present.
The cam switch switches circuit 31b from circuit 15 to circuit 31 when the windshield wiper runs through the
park position.
WIPER MOTOR, DESIGN - GF82.30-P-4104-02GH
The windshield wiper is driven by the wiper motor (M6/1) , an electric motor with three brushes and gear. The
cam switch is located on the output shaft.
Fig. 28: Identifying Wiper Motor

WIPER MOTOR, LOCATION/PURPOSE/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4104GH
MODEL 163
conditions and this data
is used to control the
vehicle's light system.
Rain Sensor - DesignThe rain sensor (B38)
comprises an IR
transmitter and receiver
unit, light sensorsand an
electronic data analysis
and interface circuit. The
rain sensor (B38) is
connected to the engine
compartment CAN .
Rain Sensor - Function GF82.30-P-4103-02GH

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REAR WIPER/WASHER SWITCH - FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4105-01GH
The rear intermittent wipe function is started by placing the rear wiper/washer switch (S78) in the up position.
The switching contact connects the input (c) to the All Activity Module (AAM, N10) to terminal 15 (a).
The rear wash function is started by placing the switch in the down position. Power is fed to the tailgate
washer pump (M5/3) (b) from terminal 15 via the second switch contact and the AAM input (c) is
simultaneously connected to terminal 15 via the resistor (R).
As of 1.9.2000:
When the rear intermittent wipe function is activated manuallythe LED built into the rear wiper/ washer switch
(S78) will illuminate. LED illumination is controlled by the All Activity Module (AAM, N10) .
Fig. 29: Identifying Rear Wiper/Washer Switch Function

REAR WIPER/WASHER SWITCH - LOCATION/TASK/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4105GH
MODEL 163
Wiper motor, location GF82.30-P-0005-01GH
Wiper motor, purposeWiper motor drive for
windshield.
Wiper motor, design GF82.30-P-4104-02GH
Wiper motor, function GF82.30-P-4104-01GH
Location GF82.30-P-0004-01GH
TaskTo control the rear
intermittent wipe and rear
wash functions
Starting 1.9.2000 this
switch will also include
an ON/OFF indicator
LED for the rear wiper.
DesignThe rear wiper switch
consists of a push-button

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REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR, FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4106-01GH
The rear window wiper motor (M6/4) is controlled by the all-activity module (AAM) (N10) Wiper
operation :
The rear window wiper is in the non-actuated position and the cam switch is therefore actuated. The relay is
actuated by the AAM. The rear window wiper motor (M6/4) starts running . The cam switch is released. The
motor then continues to run even when the relay is no longer actuated. Upon reaching the park position the cam
switch is actuated. If the relay is no longer actuated the motor is stopped by short circuiting through a coil.
Fig. 30: Identifying Rear Window Wiper Motor Function

REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR, DESIGN - GF82.30-P-4106-02GH
The rear window wiper is driven by the rear window wiper motor (M6/4) with a cam switch (1) on the output
shaft. A temperature switch serves for overload protection.
with two normally open
contacts.
An LED indicator will be
added starting 1.9.2000.
Function GF82.30-P-4105-01GH

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Fig. 31: Identifying Rear Window Wiper Motor And Cam Switch
REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR, LOCATION/PURPOSE/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-4106GH
MODEL 163
SURVEY OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS WIPER SYSTEM (WS), LOCATION/ PURPOSE/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.30-P-
9998GH
MODEL 163
Location GF82.30-P-0004-01GH
PurposeDriving rear window
wiper.
Design GF82.30-P-4106-02GH
Function GF82.30-P-4106-01GH
Wiper motor, location /
purpose / design /
function GF82.30-P-4104GH
Rear window wiper /
washer switch, location /
purpose / design /
function GF82.30-P-4105GH
Rear window wiper
motor, location /
purpose / design /
function GF82.30-P-4106GH
Washer pump, location /
purpose / design /
function GF82.35-P-4101A

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REAR WASH - FUNCTION - GF82.35-P-3001GH
MODEL 163
The rear wash function is activated by placing the rear wiper/ washer switch (S78) in the down position. The
switch contact connects the tailgate washer pump (M5/3) to terminal 15. The All Activity Module (AAM)
(N10) detects the activation of the switch via the second switch contact and actuates the tailgate washer motor
(M6/4) and the tailgate washer fluid pump (M5/3) for as long as the switch is on.
The activation time for the tailgate washer fluid pump (M5/3)is limited to 15 sec. To reactivate the pump, the
button must be pressed again.
To wipe window dry, the tailgate wiper motor (M6/4) remains activated for five seconds after the switch is
released.

As described for the rear wiper function, a relay circuit in the wiper motor stops the wiper in the park position .
WINDSHIELD WASH - FUNCTION - GF82.35-P-3002GH
MODEL 163
The windshield wash function is activated by pulling the combination switch, washer switch (S4s4) towards
the steering column. The switch contact connects the washer pump (M5/1) to terminal 15R. The All Activity
Module (AAM) (N10) detects switch activation via an input that measures power supply to the washer pump
(M5/1).
If the combination switch (S4) is in the Wiper Off or Intermittent position, the AAM activates the wiper
motor (M6/1) via rela
y F1k17 . To wipe windshield dry, the motor continues to operate after the switch has
Rear window washer
pump, location /
purpose / design /
function GF82.35-P-4103GH
Table of contents,
function description,
wiper system (WS) GF82.30-P-0998GH
Rear Wipe GF82.30-P-3004GH
Rear Wiper/Washer
Switch GF82.30-P-4105GH
Tailgate Wiper Motor GF82.30-P-4106GH
Tailgate Washer Pump GF82.35-P-4103GH
All Activity ModuleTo 30.11.99GF54.21-P-4100GH
As of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-4100GK

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been released until the AAM detects three operations of the cam-operated switch.
WASHER PUMP, FUNCTION - GF82.35-P-4101-01GH
The motor for the washer pump (M5/1) is switched on and off by the single wipe/wash switch (S4s4) in the
combination switch.
The pump pumps water from the washer water reservoir to the windshield washer.
WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP, LOCATION/PURPOSE/DESIGN/FUNCTION - GF82.35-P-4101A
MODEL 202 as of 1.6.97, 208, 163, 210.081, 210 (except 210.2 /081) as of 1.3.97
REAR WINDOW WASHER PUMP, LOCATION - GF82.35-P-4103-01GH
Fig. 32: Identifying Washer Pump And Rear Window Washer Pump
Windshield Intermittent
Wipe - Function GF82.30-P-3003GH
Windshield Washer
Pump GF82.35-P-4101A
Wiper Motor GF82.30-P-4104GH
All Activity ModuleTo 30.11.99GF54.21-P-4100GH
As of 1.12.99GF54.21-P-4100GK
LocationModels 202, 208, 210GF82.30-P-0005-01A
Model 163GF82.35-P-4103-01GH
PurposePumping water for
washing windshield
DesignThe windshield washer
pump is driven by a DC
motor
FunctionModels 202, 208, 210GF82.35-P-4101-01A
Model 163GF82.35-P-4101-01GH

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