Windshield wipers do not work

Tiny
LITTLE500
  • MEMBER
  • 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE
  • 6 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
(intermittent/low/high) however by pushing the wiper fluid button the wipers function.

Is this a switch issue?

Seemingly isn't wiper blade motor considering the functionality works. Just compromised.
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019 AT 5:59 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

Honestly, it could be a switch issue, but I have a feeling it is related to the wiper relay. Take a look at pic 1. I need you to check that relay. You can switch it with another one having the same part number or here is a link that explains how to check one:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Pic 2 shows the fuse / relay box under the hood. I highlighted the two relays related to the possible issue.

Here is are a couple links you may find helpful when testing the relay and checking the relay box for power:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Tuesday, July 2nd, 2019 AT 9:10 PM

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