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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSOLDSMOBILE2004BRAVADA AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 392 (WIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM)TROUBLE SHOOTINGSYSTEM OPERATION CHECK
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWD
System Operation Check
2004 Oldsmobile Bravada AWDSECTION System Operation Check
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When performing the following checks, maintain some moisture on front windshield so wiper motor does not overheat.
- Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Leave wiper switch in OFF position. Depress washer switch 2-4 seconds and release. Wipers should operate at low speed and washers should spray as long as washer switch is held in ON position. After releasing washer switch, washers should stop and wipers should return to park position after 2-4 sweeps.
- Move wiper switch to DELAY position. Activate delay time by turning wiper switch through delay range. Wipers should make one complete sweep, and then pause for 0-25 seconds before making next sweep.
- Ensure wiper switch is in DELAY position. Hold washer switch on for 1-2 seconds. Washer switch should spray as long as washer switch is held in ON position. Wipers should run at low speed during spray period, continue for 2-4 sweeps after spray cycle, and then return to delay mode.
- Move wiper switch to LOW position. Wipers should run continuously at low speed. Move wiper switch to HIGH position. Wipers should run continuously at high speed.
- Move wiper switch to OFF position. Wipers should return to Park position at low speed. Move wiper switch to MIST position. Wipers should make one complete sweep and return to Park position. If wipers do not function properly, diagnose by symptom. See SYMPTOM INDEX table under SYSTEM TESTS.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.