engine MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2005 Service Repair Manual

SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS)
authenticates an electronically coded Transponder
Key placed into the ignition and sends a valid/invalid
key message to the Engine Control Module (ECM)
based upon the results. The ªVALID/INVALID KEYº
message communication is performed using a rolling
code algorithm. A ªVALID KEYº message must be
sent to the ECM within two seconds of ignition ON
to free the engine from immobilization. This Control-
ler Area Network (CAN) data bus message is sent to
the ECM after first going through the SKREEM. The
SKREEM is located behind the instrument cluster
and has a separately mounted antenna ring mounted
around the ignition cylinder (Fig. 3) which picks up
the transponder key signal.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (RKE)
The RKE transmitter uses radio frequency signals
to communicate with the Sentry Key Remote Entry
Module (SKREEM). The SKREEM is hardwired to
the Central Timer Module (CTM). When the operator
presses a button on the transmitter, it sends a spe-
cific request to the SKREEM. In turn, the SKREEM
sends the appropriate request to the CTM to unlock
the vehicle doors.
OPERATION
SENTRY KEY IMMOBILIZER
The Sentry Key Remote Entry Module (SKREEM)
receives an encrypted Radio Frequency (RF) signal
from the transponder key which is read by the
remotely mounted antenna ring at the ignition cylin-
der. The SKREEM then decrypts the signal and
broadcasts the requested remote commands to theappropriate modules in the vehicle over the Control-
ler Area Network (CAN) data bus. A valid transpon-
der key ID must be incorporated into the RF signal
in order for the SKREEM to pass the message on to
the appropriate modules.
Automatic transponder key synchronization is done
by the SKREEM if a valid transponder key is
inserted into the ignition cylinder, and the ignition is
turned ON. This provides a maximum operation win-
dow for RKE functions.
Each Sentry Key Remote Entry System (SKREES)
consists of a SKREEM, an antenna ring mounted
around the ignition cylinder, and a transponder key.
Each system has a secret key code unique to that
system. The secret key is electronically coded in the
SKREEM and in all programmed transponder keys.
It is used for immobilization and RKE functions for
data security. In addition, each transponder key will
have a unique identification.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
After pressing the lock button on the RKE trans-
mitter, all of the door locks will lock, the illuminated
entry will turn off (providing all doors are closed),
and the VTSS (if equipped) will arm. After pressing
the unlock button, on the RKE transmitter, one time,
the driver door lock will unlock, the illuminated
entry will turn on the courtesy lamps, and the VTSS
(if equipped) will disarm. After pressing the unlock
button a second time, the remaining door locks will
unlock.
The SKREEM is capable of retaining up to 8 indi-
vidual access codes (8 transmitters). If the PRNDL is
in any position except park, the SKREEM will dis-
able the RKE. Use the DRBIIItor the customer pro-
gramming method to program the RKE system.
However, the SKREEM will only allow RKE pro-
gramming when the ignition is in the ON position,
the PRNDL is in park position, and the VTSS (if
equipped) is disarmed.
REMOVAL
SENTRY KEY REMOTE ENTRY MODULE
(1) Open hood, disconnect and isolate the battery
negative cable.
(2) Wait two minutes for the system reserve capac-
itor to discharge before beginning any system or com-
ponent service.
(3) Remove top cover - cluster (Refer to 23 -
BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/TOP COVER - CLUS-
TER - REMOVAL).
Fig. 3 TRANSPONDER RING
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SENTRY KEY REMOTE ENTRY MODULE (Continued)

TRANSPONDER KEY
DESCRIPTION
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System (SKIS) which
communicates with the Sentry Key Remote Entry
Module (SKREEM), uses a transponder chip that is
integral to each key fob (Fig. 6). Ignition keys are
supplied with the vehicle when it is shipped from the
factory. The transponder chip is located within the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) fob.
OPERATION
Each Sentry Key has a unique transponder identi-
fication code permanently programmed into it by themanufacturer. Likewise, the Sentry Key Remote
Entry Module (SKREEM) has a unique9Secret Key9
code programmed into it by the manufacturer as
well. When a Sentry Key is programmed into the
memory of the SKREEM, the SKREEM stores the
transponder identification code from the Sentry Key,
and the Sentry Key learns the9Secret Key9code from
the SKREEM. Once the Sentry Key learns the
9Secret Key9code of the SKREEM, it is also perma-
nently programmed into the transponder's memory.
The Sentry Key's transponder is within the range
of the SKREEM's transponder ring when it is
inserted into the ignition lock cylinder. When the
ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the
SKREEM communicates with the Sentry Key via a
radio frequency (RF) signal. The SKREEM deter-
mines if a valid key is present based on the informa-
tion it receives from the Sentry Key. If a valid key is
detected, that fact is communicated to the Engine
Control Module (ECM) via the Controller Area Net-
work (CAN) data bus and the vehicle is allowed to
continue running. If an invalid key is received by the
ECM or no status at all is communicated, the vehicle
will stall after two (2) seconds of running. The indi-
cator light will be flashing at this point. The Sentry
Key's transponder can not be repaired. If it is faulty
or damaged, it must be replaced.
Common communication problems:
²Two transponder keys too close together.
²Speed Pass too close to transponder key.
Solid indicator that there is a system failure.
²Loss of ECM communication.
²Failed transponder ring circuit.
Fig. 6 TRANSPONDER KEY
1 - TRANSPONDER KEY FOB
2 - RKE BUTTONS
3 - INDICATOR LIGHT
4 - KEY BLADE RELEASE BUTTON
5 - KEY BLADE
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WIPERS/WASHERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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WIPERS/WASHERS
DESCRIPTION..........................1
OPERATION............................3
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - WIPER &
WASHER SYSTEM.....................5
CLEANING - WIPER & WASHER SYSTEM.....5
INSPECTION - WIPER & WASHER SYSTEM . . . 6
CHECK VALVE
DESCRIPTION..........................7
OPERATION............................7
REMOVAL.............................7
INSTALLATION..........................7
WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH
DESCRIPTION..........................7
OPERATION............................8
WASHER HOSES/TUBES
DESCRIPTION..........................8
OPERATION............................9
WASHER NOZZLE
DESCRIPTION..........................9
OPERATION............................9
REMOVAL.............................9
INSTALLATION..........................9
WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
DESCRIPTION..........................9
OPERATION...........................10
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................10
WASHER RESERVOIR
DESCRIPTION.........................11OPERATION...........................11
REMOVAL.............................11
INSTALLATION.........................12
WIPER ARM
DESCRIPTION.........................13
OPERATION...........................14
REMOVAL.............................14
INSTALLATION.........................14
WIPER BLADE
DESCRIPTION.........................15
OPERATION...........................15
REMOVAL.............................16
INSTALLATION.........................16
WIPER LINKAGE
DESCRIPTION.........................17
OPERATION...........................17
REMOVAL.............................17
INSTALLATION.........................18
WIPER MOTOR
DESCRIPTION.........................19
OPERATION...........................19
REMOVAL.............................19
INSTALLATION.........................19
WIPER RELAY
DESCRIPTION.........................20
OPERATION...........................21
REMOVAL.............................22
INSTALLATION.........................22
WIPERS/WASHERS
DESCRIPTION
An electrically operated intermittent wiper and
washer system is standard factory-installed safety
equipment on this model (Fig. 1). The wiper and
washer system includes the following major compo-
nents, which are described in further detail else-
where in this service information:
²Check Valve- The washer system check valve
is integral to the plumbing fitting located in the
washer plumbing between the cowl plenum washer
hose and the two washer nozzle hoses, and is located
beneath the cowl top panel at the base of the wind-
shield in the engine compartment.
²Multi-Function Switch- The multi-function
switch is secured to the top of the steering column,just below the steering wheel. Only the left (lighting),
right (wiper) control stalks and the hazard warning
switch button for the multi-function switch are visi-
ble, the remainder of the switch is concealed beneath
the steering column shrouds. The multi-function
switch contains all of the switches for both the wiper
and washer systems.(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/
LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/MULTI-FUNC-
TION SWITCH - DESCRIPTION)
²Washer Fluid Level Switch- The optional
washer fluid level switch is integral to a unique ver-
sion of the washer pump/motor unit, which is located
in a dedicated hole on the top of the sump area near
the back of the windshield washer reservoir on the
right front fender wheel house in the engine com-
partment.
²Washer Nozzle- A single washer nozzle with
three separate orifices is secured with integral snap
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features to each wiper arm. The hoses for the washer
nozzles are concealed beneath a molded plastic guide
on the underside of each wiper arm and routed to the
engine compartment through unique molded plastic
elbow fittings located near each wiper pivot at the
base of the windshield.
²Washer Pump/Motor- Two different washer
pump/motor units are available for this model. One
version has an integral washer fluid level switch that
provides a hard wired input to the instrument cluster
for control of the optional washer fluid indicator. The
washer pump/motor unit is located in a dedicated
hole on the top of the sump area near the back of the
windshield washer reservoir on the right front fender
wheel house in the engine compartment.²Washer Reservoir- The washer reservoir is
located on the right front fender wheel house in the
engine compartment. The washer reservoir filler is
accessed from the right front corner of the engine
compartment.
²Wiper Arm- The two unequal length wiper
arms are secured to the two wiper pivots, which
extend through the cowl panel near the base of the
windshield. The longer arm is installed on the left
(driver) side of the windshield.
²Wiper Blade- The two unequal length wiper
blades are secured to the two wiper arms, and are
parked on the glass near the bottom of the wind-
shield when the wiper system is not in operation.
Fig. 1 Wiper & Washer System
1 - WASHER RESERVOIR, PUMP/MOTOR, FLUID LEVEL SWITCH 3 - WIPER RELAY
2 - WIPER MOTOR, LINKAGE & PIVOTS MODULE 4 - MULTI-FUNCTION (WIPER, WASHER, & LIGHTING) SWITCH
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WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)

The longer blade is installed on the left (driver) side
of the windshield.
²Wiper Linkage- The wiper pivots are the only
visible components of the wiper linkage. The remain-
der of the linkage is concealed within the engine
compartment just behind the hood opening. The
wiper linkage module includes the two wiper drive
links, the wiper motor crank arm, the two wiper piv-
ots, and the linkage and motor mounting bracket.
²Wiper Motor- The wiper motor is secured to
the wiper linkage module bracket on the underside of
the cowl panel within the engine compartment. The
wiper motor output shaft and crank arm extend
through a clearance hole in the mounting bracket,
where they are connected to a crank arm that drives
the wiper linkage.
²Wiper Relay- The wiper relay is located in a
dedicated receptacle on the lower left surface of the
fuse block underneath the steering column behind
the fuse access panel and the steering column open-
ing panel.
²Wiper, Turn Signals, Engine Start Control
Module- The wiper, turn signals and engine start
control module is integral to the fuse block located
underneath the steering column. The fuse block is
concealed behind the fuse access panel and the steer-
ing column opening panel, where it is secured with
screws to the steering column. The wiper, turn sig-
nals and engine start control module contains the
intermittent wipe logic circuitry, which includes
active electronic elements that allow it to provide the
intermittent wipe delay and the wipe-after-wash fea-
tures of the intermittent wipe system based upon
numerous hard wired inputs, then provides the
proper programmed hard wired control output to
operate the wiper motor through the wiper relay.
Hard wired circuitry connects the wiper and
washer system components to the electrical system of
the vehicle. These hard wired circuits are integral to
several wire harnesses, which are routed throughout
the vehicle and retained by many different methods.
These circuits may be connected to each other, to the
vehicle electrical system and to the wiper and washer
system components through the use of a combination
of soldered splices, splice block connectors, and many
different types of wire harness terminal connectors
and insulators. Refer to the appropriate wiring infor-
mation. The wiring information includes wiring dia-
grams, proper wire and connector repair procedures,
further details on wire harness routing and reten-
tion, as well as pin-out and location views for the
various wire harness connectors, splices and grounds.OPERATING MODES
The components of the wiper and washer system
are designed to provide the following operating
modes:
²Continuous Wipe Mode- The two-speed wiper
motor, the internal circuitry of the multi-function
switch, and the wiper relay work in concert to pro-
vide two continuous wipe cycles, low speed or high
speed.
²Intermittent Wipe Mode- The internal cir-
cuitry of the multi-function switch, the intermittent
wipe circuitry of the wiper, turn signals and engine
start control module in the fuse block, and the wiper
relay work in concert to provide an intermittent wipe
mode with a single, fixed delay interval.
²Pulse Wipe Mode- The internal circuitry of
the multi-function switch and the wiper relay work
in concert to provide a pulse wipe mode that will
allow the wiper motor to be operated for a single,
complete wipe cycle.
²Washer Mode- When the washer system is
activated with the multi-function switch while the
wiper system is operating, washer fluid will be dis-
pensed onto the windshield glass through the washer
nozzles for as long as the washer pump/motor is
energized.
²Wipe-After-Wash Mode- The intermittent
wipe circuitry of the wiper, turn signals and engine
start control module in the fuse block, and the wiper
relay provide a wipe-after-wash feature. If the wipers
are turned Off, this feature will operate the washer
pump/motor and the wipers for as long as the washer
system is activated, then provide several additional
wipe cycles after the washer system is deactivated
before parking the wiper blades near the base of the
windshield.
OPERATION
The wiper and washer system is designed to pro-
vide the vehicle operator with a convenient, safe, and
reliable means of maintaining visibility through the
windshield glass. The various components of this sys-
tem are designed to convert electrical energy pro-
duced by the vehicle electrical system into the
mechanical action of the wiper blades to wipe the
outside surface of the glass, as well as into the
hydraulic action of the washer system to apply
washer fluid stored in an on-board reservoir to the
area of the glass to be wiped. When combined, these
components provide the means to effectively main-
tain clear visibility for the vehicle operator by remov-
ing excess accumulations of rain, snow, bugs, mud, or
other minor debris from the outside windshield glass
surface that might be encountered while driving the
vehicle under numerous types of inclement operating
conditions.
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WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)

The vehicle operator initiates all wiper and washer
system functions with the multi-function switch
wiper control stalk that extends from the right side
of the steering column, just below the steering wheel.
Depressing, raising, or pulling the right control stalk
of the multi-function switch selects the desired wiper
system operating mode (Fig. 2). The wiper system
allows the vehicle operator to select from two contin-
uous wiper speeds, Hi or Lo, a fixed interval inter-
mittent wipe mode, and a pulse wipe mode. Pushing
the knob on the end of the control stalk towards the
steering column activates the washer pump/motor,
which dispenses washer fluid onto the windshield
glass through the washer nozzles.
When the ignition switch is in the On position, bat-
tery current from a fuse in the fuse block underneath
the steering column is provided through a fused igni-
tion switch output circuit to the wiper motor park
switch, the intermittent wipe logic circuitry of the
wiper, turn signals and engine start control module
within the fuse block, the wiper relay, and the multi-
function switch. The internal circuitry of the multi-
function switch provides a direct hard wired battery
current output to the low speed or high speed
brushes of the wiper motor when the Lo, Hi, or Pulse
position is selected, which causes the wipers to cycle
at the selected speed for as long as that switch posi-
tion remains selected.
In order to provide the intermittent wipe and wipe-
after-wash features, the intermittent wipe logic cir-
cuitry within the fuse block monitors inputs from the
intermittent wipe and washer switch circuitry of the
multi-function switch and the park switch in the
wiper motor. When the intermittent wipe position isselected with the multi-function switch control stalk,
the intermittent wipe logic circuitry within the fuse
block responds by energizing the wiper relay and cal-
culating the correct delay interval. The energized
wiper relay directs battery current through the inter-
mittent wipe position circuitry of the multi-function
switch to the low speed brush of the wiper motor.
The intermittent wipe logic circuit monitors the
wiper motor operation through the wiper park switch
sense circuit, which allows it to determine the proper
timing to begin the next wiper blade sweep. The nor-
mal delay interval is about five seconds.
When the Off position of the multi-function switch
wiper control stalk is selected, one of two events is
possible. The event that will occur depends upon the
position of the wiper blades on the windshield at the
moment that the Off position is selected. If the wiper
blades are in the down position on the windshield
when the Off position is selected, the park switch
that is integral to the wiper motor is closed to
ground, the intermittent wipe logic circuit de-ener-
gizes the wiper relay, and the wiper motor ceases to
operate.
If the wiper blades are not in the down position on
the windshield at the moment the Off position is
selected, the park switch is closed to battery current
through a fused ignition switch output circuit. The
intermittent wipe logic circuit energizes the wiper
relay and the park switch sense circuit directs bat-
tery current to the low speed brush of the wiper
motor through the normally open contact of the
wiper relay, then through the internal Off position
circuitry of the multi-function switch. This causes the
wiper motor to continue running until the wiper
blades are in the down position on the windshield
and the park switch is again closed to ground.
When the Wash position of the control knob on the
right control stalk of the multi-function switch is
selected, the Wash position circuitry within the
switch directs a battery current signal input to the
washer pump motor, and to the intermittent wipe
logic circuitry. When the washer switch is closed with
the wiper system turned Off, the intermittent wipe
logic circuitry operates the wiper motor in the same
manner as it does to provide the intermittent wipe
mode operation. After the state of the washer switch
changes to open, the intermittent wipe logic circuitry
monitors the wiper motor through the wiper park
switch sense circuit, which allows it to monitor the
number of wiper blade sweeps. After the appropriate
number of wiper sweeps, the intermittent wipe logic
circuitry de-energizes the wiper relay once the wiper
motor returns the wipers to their park position.
The hard wired inputs to and outputs from the
wiper and washer system components may be diag-
nosed and tested using conventional diagnostic tools
Fig. 2 Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
1 - INTERMITTENT WIPE MODE
2 - CONTINUOUS LOW SPEED WIPE MODE
3 - CONTINUOUS HIGH SPEED WIPE MODE
4 - WASHER MODE
5 - PULSE WIPE MODE
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WIPERS/WASHERS (Continued)

CHECK VALVE
DESCRIPTION
A single washer system check valve is standard
equipment on this model, and is installed in the
washer system plumbing (Fig. 4). The check valve is
integral to the washer plumbing fitting located on
the underside of the cowl top panel behind the rear
of the hood panel opening in the engine compart-
ment. The check valve consists of a molded plastic
body with three barbed hose nipples, one at the inlet
side of the valve body and two at the outlet side. The
check valve cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if
faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
OPERATION
The check valve provides more than one function
in this application. It serves as a plumbing connector
fitting between the engine compartment and washer
nozzle sections of the washer supply hose. It prevents
washer fluid from draining out of the washer supply
hoses back to the washer reservoir. This drain-back
would result in a lengthy delay from when the
washer switch is actuated until washer fluid was dis-
pensed through the washer nozzles, because the
washer pump would have to refill the washer plumb-
ing from the reservoir to the nozzles. Such a drain-
back condition could also result in water, dirt, or
other outside contaminants being siphoned into the
washer system through the washer nozzle orifice.
This water could subsequently freeze and plug the
nozzle, while other contaminants could interfere with
proper nozzle operation and cause improper nozzle
spray patterns. In addition, the check valve prevents
washer fluid from siphoning through the washer noz-
zles after the washer system is turned Off.
When the washer pump pressurizes and pumps
washer fluid from the reservoir through the washer
plumbing, the fluid pressure unseats a diaphragmfrom over a sump well within the valve by overriding
the spring pressure applied to it by a piston. With
the diaphragm unseated, washer fluid is allowed to
flow toward the two washer nozzles. When the
washer pump stops operating, the spring pressure on
the piston seats the diaphragm over the sump well in
the valve and fluid flow in either direction within the
washer plumbing is prevented. The check valve can-
not be adjusted or repaired and, if faulty or damaged,
it must be replaced.
REMOVAL
(1) Unlatch and open the hood panel.
(2) Disconnect the washer hoses from the three
barbed nipples of the check valve unit (Fig. 5).
(3) Remove the check valve unit from the under-
side of the cowl top panel.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the check valve unit to the underside
of the cowl top panel (Fig. 5).
(2) Reconnect the three washer hoses to the
barbed nipples of the check valve unit.
(3) Close and latch the hood.
WASHER FLUID LEVEL
SWITCH
DESCRIPTION
The optional washer fluid level switch is a single
pole, single throw switch that is integral to a unique
version of the washer pump/motor unit, located rear-
ward facing side of the washer reservoir, which is
located in a dedicated hole on the top of the sump
area near the back of the windshield washer reser-
Fig. 4 Check Valve
1 - INLET NIPPLE
2 - CHECK VALVE
3 - OUTLET NIPPLE (2)
Fig. 5 Check Valve Remove/Install
1 - COWL HOOD SEAL
2 - CHECK VALVE
3 - HOSE TO WASHER NOZZLE (2)
4 - HOSE FROM WASHER PUMP
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voir on the right front fender wheel house in the
engine compartment. Only a molded plastic nipple
with a clear vent tube are visible near the top of the
washer pump/motor unit that is equipped with the
optional fluid level switch when it is installed in the
reservoir. The vent tube is routed to and retained in
an integral clip located behind the reservoir filler cap
near the top of the reservoir. This version of the
washer pump/motor unit also has a third terminal
pin in its integral connector receptacle. The washer
fluid level switch cannot be adjusted or repaired. If
faulty or damaged, the entire washer pump/motor
unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
The washer fluid level switch monitors the level of
the washer fluid in the washer reservoir. When the
fluid level in the washer reservoir is at or above the
predetermined minimum, the switch contacts are
open. When the fluid level in the washer reservoir
falls below the predetermined minimum, the switch
contacts of the normally open switch close. The
washer fluid level switch is connected to the vehicle
electrical system through the washer pump/motor
unit take out and connector of the vehicle wire har-
ness. The switch receives a path to ground at all
times through another take out of the vehicle wire
harness with a single eyelet terminal connector that
is secured under a ground screw located near the
right headlamp in the engine compartment.The switch is connected in series between ground
and the washer fluid switch sense input to the Elec-
troMechanical Instrument Cluster (EMIC). When the
switch closes, the EMIC senses the ground on the
washer fluid switch sense circuit. The EMIC is pro-
grammed to respond to this input by illuminating the
washer fluid indicator. The washer fluid level switch
input to the EMIC may be diagnosed using conven-
tional diagnostic tools and methods.
WASHER HOSES/TUBES
DESCRIPTION
The washer plumbing consists of a small diameter
rubber hose that is routed from the barbed outlet
nipple of the washer pump/motor on the washer res-
ervoir to the check valve just below the cowl top
panel behind the rear of the hood opening in the
engine compartment (Fig. 6). The other two barbed
nipples of the check valve are connected to two short
lengths of hose that each terminate at a molded plas-
tic elbow that passes through a rubber grommet from
the engine compartment to the outside of the cowl
top panel near each wiper pivot. The two washer noz-
zle hoses are then connected from the elbow fittings
on the outside of the cowl top panel along the under-
side of the wiper arms to the two washer nozzles.
Washer hose is available for service only as roll stock,
which must then be cut to length. The molded plastic
Fig. 6 Washer Plumbing
1 - WASHER SUPPLY HOSE 4 - ELBOW FITTING (2)
2 - CHECK VALVE 5 - WIPER ARM WASHER HOSE (2)
3 - WASHER NOZZLE HOSE (2) 6 - WASHER RESERVOIR
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washer hose fittings cannot be repaired. If these fittings
are faulty or damaged, they must be replaced.
OPERATION
Washer fluid in the washer reservoir is pressurized
and fed by the washer pump/motor through the
washer system plumbing and fittings to the two
washer nozzles. Whenever routing the washer hose
or a wire harness containing a washer hose, it must
be routed away from hot, sharp, or moving parts;
and, sharp bends that might pinch the hose must be
avoided.
WASHER NOZZLE
DESCRIPTION
The two washer nozzles have integral mounts with
snap features that secure them near the tops of the
two wiper arms on the windshield. The lower surface
of the washer nozzle has an integral barbed nipple
that connects to the washer hose, and three nozzle
orifices are oriented to dispense the washer fluid on
the windshield glass throughout the wiped area of
the glass (Fig. 7). The washer nozzles are constructed
entirely of molded plastic. The washer nozzles cannot
be adjusted or repaired and, if faulty or damaged,
they must be replaced.
OPERATION
The two washer nozzles are designed to dispense
washer fluid into the wiper pattern area on the out-
side of the windshield glass. Pressurized washer fluid
is fed to each nozzle from the washer reservoir by the
washer pump/motor through rubber hoses, which are
attached to a barbed nipple on the underside of each
washer nozzle below the wiper arm. The three ori-
fices of each nozzle causes the pressurized washer
fluid to be emitted generously in several streamsthroughout the travel of the wiper arm to more effec-
tively cover a larger area of the glass to be cleaned.
REMOVAL
(1) Using hand pressure, unsnap the washer noz-
zle from the wiper arm (Fig. 8).
(2) Disconnect the hose from the barbed nipple of
the washer nozzle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Reconnect the hose to the barbed nipple of the
washer nozzle (Fig. 8).
(2) Using hand pressure, slide the washer nozzle
onto the wiper arm until it snaps into place. Be cer-
tain the nozzle snap feature is engaged in the locator
hole on the wiper arm.
WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
DESCRIPTION
The washer pump/motor unit is located in a dedi-
cated hole on the top of the sump area near the back
of the windshield washer reservoir on the right front
fender wheel house in the engine compartment (Fig.
9). A small permanently lubricated and sealed elec-
tric motor is coupled to the rotor-type washer pump.
An inlet nipple on the bottom of the pump housing
passes through a rubber grommet seal installed in
the dedicated mounting hole in the washer reservoir.
A small barbed outlet nipple near the bottom of the
pump housing connects the unit to the washer hose.
The washer pump/motor unit is retained on the res-
ervoir by the interference fit between the inlet nipple
Fig. 7 Washer Nozzle
1 - WASHER NOZZLE
2 - NIPPLE
3 - ORIFICE (3)
Fig. 8 Washer Nozzle Remove/Install
1 - WIPER ARM
2 - WASHER NOZZLE
3 - HOSE GUARD
4 - WASHER HOSE
5 - WIPER BLADE
VAWIPERS/WASHERS 8R - 9
WASHER HOSES/TUBES (Continued)

and the grommet seal, which is a light press fit. An
integral electrical connector receptacle is located on
the top of the motor housing.
An optional version of the washer pump/motor unit
incorporates an integral washer fluid level switch.
This version can be distinguished from models with-
out the switch by a vent nipple at the top of the
switch housing that is connected to a vent hose that
is retained in an integral clip behind the filler cap
near the top of the reservoir, and by a third terminal
pin in the washer pump/motor connector receptacle.
The washer pump/motor unit cannot be repaired. If
faulty or damaged, the entire washer pump/motor
unit must be replaced.
OPERATION
The washer pump/motor unit is connected to the
vehicle electrical system through a single take out
and connector of the vehicle wire harness. The
washer pump/motor is grounded at all times through
a take out of the vehicle wire harness with a single
eyelet terminal connector that is secured under a
ground screw located near the right headlamp in the
engine compartment. The washer pump/motor
receives battery current on a washer switch sense
circuit through the closed contacts of the momentary
washer switch circuitry within the multi-function
switch. When the pump motor is energized, the rotor-
type pump pressurizes the washer fluid and forces it
through the pump outlet nipple, the washer plumb-
ing, and the washer nozzles onto the windshield
glass. The washer pump/motor unit can be diagnosed
using conventional diagnostic tools and methods.
REMOVAL
(1) Disconnect the vehicle wire harness connector
for the washer pump/motor from the motor connector
receptacle (Fig. 10).
(2) Disconnect the washer supply hose from the
barbed outlet nipple of the washer pump/motor and
allow the washer fluid to drain into a clean container
for reuse.
(3) If the vehicle is so equipped, disconnect the
washer fluid level switch vent hose from the barbed
vent nipple near the top of the washer pump/motor
unit.
(4) Using hand pressure, firmly grasp and pull the
washer pump out of the rubber grommet seal in the
reservoir. Care must be taken not to damage the res-
ervoir.
(5) Remove the rubber grommet seal from the
washer pump mounting hole in the washer reservoir
and discard.
INSTALLATION
(1)Install a new rubber grommet seal into the
washer pump mounting hole in the washer reservoir.
Always use a new rubber grommet seal on the reservoir.
(2) Position the inlet nipple of the washer pump to
the rubber grommet seal in the reservoir.
Fig. 9 Washer Pump/Motor
1 - INLET NIPPLE
2 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
3 - CONNECTOR RECEPTACLE
4 - VENT NIPPLE (W/FLUID LEVEL SWITCH ONLY)
5 - WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH HOUSING
6 - OUTLET NIPPLE
Fig. 10 Washer Pump/Motor Remove/Install
1 - WASHER RESERVOIR
2 - WASHER SUPPLY HOSE
3 - VENT HOSE (W/FLUID LEVEL SWITCH ONLY)
4 - WIRE HARNESS CONNECTOR
5 - WASHER PUMP/MOTOR
8R - 10 WIPERS/WASHERSVA
WASHER PUMP/MOTOR (Continued)