Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Front wiper and washer system

Nissan Sentra Service Manual / Driver controls / Wiper & washer / System description / Front wiper and washer system

Component Parts Location

BCM (view under instrument panel, left side of vehicle)
Combination meter
IPDM E/R (view with air inlet duct removed)
Combination switch (wiper and washer switch)
Front wiper motor (with wiper cowl cover removed)
Front washer motor (with front bumper removed)

Component Description

Part	Description
Combination meter	Transmits the vehicle speed signal to BCM with CAN communication.
BCM	Judges the switch status by the combination switch reading function. Requests (with CAN communication) the front wiper relay and the front wiper high relay ON to IPDM E/R.
IPDM E/R	Controls the integrated relay according to the request (with CAN communication) from BCM. Performs the auto stop control of the front wiper.
Combination switch (Wiper and washer switch)	Provides input for wiper and washer control to the BCM. Refer to WW-8, "System Description".
Front washer motor	Washer fluid is sprayed according to combination switch signal.
Front wiper motor	IPDM E/R controls front wiper operation. Front wiper stop position is transmitted to IPDM E/R.

System

System Diagram System Description FRONT WIPER CONTROL (BASIC) BCM detects the combination switch position by the combination switch reading function. BCM transmits the front wiper requ ...

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Vehicle information
Identification information Model Variation Identification Number Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate Vehicle identification number (chassis number) Emission control information label Air Conditioner specification label F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certificat ...

Windows
Power windows WARNING Make sure that all passengers have their hands, etc. inside the vehicle while it is in motion and before closing the windows. Use the window lock switch to prevent unexpected use of the power windows. Do not leave children unattended inside ...

Positive crankcase ventilation
Inspection 1.CHECK PCV VALVE With engine running at idle, remove PCV valve from rocker cover. A properly working valve makes a hissing noise as air passes through it. A strong vacuum should be felt immediately when a finger is placed over valve inlet. Is the inspection result normal? YES &g ...