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.
Remove the ignition lock cylinder housing.
Refer to: Ignition Lock Cylinder Housing (211-05 Steering Wheel and Column Electrical Components, Removal and Installation)...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
205-086
(T74P-4635-C)
Installer/Remover, C-Frame and Screw
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Long-Life GreaseXG-1-E1
ESA-M1C75-B
DISASSEMBLY
NOTICE:
Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the driveshaft
assembly in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture...
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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