Washer Motor Test

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Washer Motor Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the right inner fender (see FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the washer motor (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 2P Connector From Washer Motor
    G03706784Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Test the motor by connecting battery power to the No. 1 (No. 2) terminal and ground the No. 2 (No. 1) terminal of the washer motor. The motor should run.

    ( ): Rear window washer direction.

    • If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, replace it.
    • If the motor runs smoothly, but little or no washer fluid is pumped, check for a disconnected or blocked washer hose, or a clogged washer motor outlet.
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