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Old Aug 7, 2017 | 07:48 PM
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Wipers were working fine this spring. I was testing everything for a proposed trip and found they are not working now.

What I've tested so far:
- wiper cover system works properly.
- fuse is good.
- "kill" switch at base of column is good and in the on position.
- wiper cover switch, on fire wall, is good and adjusted properly.
- wiper switch is good.

I can hear the wiper solenoid "click" when I turn on the wiper switch but no action from the wipers happens. Not sure where to look next.
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Old Aug 7, 2017 | 08:15 PM
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Willcox has a troubleshooting guide on his site. Check the ground from the wiper motor- that's the one that goes to a bellhousing bolt.
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Old Aug 7, 2017 | 10:33 PM
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For some reason when I look at the Willcox tech site I only find pictures, not really any "guides". Am I doing it wrong?
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I can hear the wiper solenoid "click" when I turn on the wiper switch but no action from the wipers happens.
If your wiper door is working properly, the solenoid would have nothing to do with the electrical operation of the wiper motor. There have been recent posts regarding the viability of the wiper switch ground connection. I would do a post search for wiper motor.
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Old Aug 8, 2017 | 11:46 AM
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Here are the main articles and videos on the web site to help you.

Upload and save this PDF first...

http://repairs.willcoxcorvette.com/w...-with-test.pdf

Video on testing the motor:
1969-1972


Video on testing the switch


Wiper Motor Bench Test 69-72


1969-1976 Corvette Wiper Motor Bench Testing and Some Relay Repair Help


Ohhhhhh sooooo Free Simple schematic.



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Old Aug 10, 2017 | 05:11 PM
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Fixed it!! Turned out to be a loose connection at the wiper cover limit switch. All is well.
These small things can drive one crazy at times.
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