Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

B1283




DTC Troubleshooting: B1281, B1282, B1283, B1284

DTC B1281:

Windshield Wiper Switch MIST Position Circuit Malfunction

DTC B1282:

Windshield Wiper Switch INT (AUTO) Position Circuit Malfunction

DTC B1283:

Windshield Wiper Switch LOW Position Circuit Malfunction

DTC B1284:

Windshield Wiper Switch HIGH Position Circuit Malfunction

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A.

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).

3. Turn the windshield wiper switch to MIST, and wait for 2 seconds.

4. Turn the windshield wiper switch OFF, and wait for 2 seconds.

5. Turn the windshield wiper switch to INT (AUTO), and wait for 2 seconds.

6. Turn the windshield wiper switch to LOW, and wait for 2 seconds.

7. Turn the windshield wiper switch to HIGH, and wait for 2 seconds.

8. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1281, B1282, B1283, and/or B1284 indicated?

YES -

Faulty combination switch control unit; replace the combination switch Service and Repair.�

NO -

Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.�