Windshield Washer Motor

[NicB.]

Hey all,

I actually have a 1996 Avalon XLS, but no one likes to respond to posts very often. I think that my windshield washer motor is bad and needs replaced. It was working a few days ago, now nothing, and I can't hear the motor working when I turn the system on and stick my head under the hood. The fluid resivoir is full and no leaking and as far as I can tell, nothing is clogged. Any advice? How much does something like this cost to replace?

Thanks,

NicB.

[Brian R.]

1st check your wiper fuse. Probably under the dash to the left of the steering column.

2nd check your wiper switch
See if you are getting 12V to the motor connector with appropriate timing depending on the switch position. Same for washer motor connector.

3rd check your motor
Apply 12V from battery to motor connector - see if the motor works. Same for washer motor.