Ford Explorer: Wipers and Washers / Description and Operation - Wipers and Washers - Overview
Overview
The
windshield wiper/washer system is activated by the wiper/washer switch.
The wiper/washer switch is either mounted to the right side of the SCCM
(without police package) or is integrated into the multifunction switch
(with police package). The following functions/ features of the
windshield wiper/washer system are:
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Mist wipe (without police package)
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Windshield wash (includes front camera wash, if equipped)
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Courtesy wipe
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Windshield wipers (low/high speed)
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Intermittent wipers
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Speed dependent wipers
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Wiper activated exterior lamps
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Rain sensitive wipers (if equipped)
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Rear window wipe/wash (includes rear camera wash, if equipped)
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Heated wiper park (if equipped)
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Heated wiper blades (if equipped)
The intermittent/rain sensitive wipers have 6 intermittent/sensitivity settings.
System Operation
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
Wiper/Washer switch
2
Rain sensor
3
Washer motor
4
SCCM
5
Windshield wiper motor
6
GWM..
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH similar.
All vehicles
Lower the door window glass completely.
Remove the exterior mirror.
Refer to: Exterior Mirror (501-09 Rear View Mirrors, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
Remove the third row seat backrest cover.
Refer to: Third Row Seat Backrest Cover (501-10C Third Row Seats, Removal and Installation).
Remove the third row seat backrest foam pin-type retainers...
Categories
Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from
outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.

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