iward3

Does anyone have any information on the wiper control module for a 1997 f150? I think it is located near the glove box, I am wondering how do I test it, and it is different from the wiper relay, correct??

Thank you
Ian

torkum

Controlled by the GEM, behind the fuse panel under the dash on drivers side.

1997 F-150/250Symptom Chart — GEM

Symptom Chart Condition Possible Source Action

• Wipers Do Not Move in Any Mode of Operation

• Fuse(s).
• Circuit(s).
• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Multi-function switch (13K359) (wiper/washer switch).
• Windshield wiper run/park relay.
• Windshield wiper hi/lo relay.
• Windshield wiper motor (17508).

• Wipers Stay On Continuously

• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Multi-function switch (wiper/washer switch).
• Circuit(s).
• Windshield wiper run/park relay.
• Windshield wiper motor.
• Windshield wiper hi/lo relay.

• High/Low Wiper Speeds Do Not Operate Properly But Intermittent Wiper Mode Does Operate

• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Multi-function switch (wiper/washer switch).
• Circuit(s).
• Windshield wiper hi/lo relay.
• Windshield wiper motor.

• Intermittent Wiper Mode Does Not Operate Properly But High/Low Wiper Speeds Do Operate

• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Multi-function switch (wiper/washer switch).
• Circuit(s).
• Windshield wiper motor.

• Windshield Washer Pump and Wipe Function Does Not Operate Properly

• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Multi-function switch (wiper/washer switch).
• Circuit(s).
• Washer pump relay.
• Windshield washer pump (17664).

• Speed Dependent Interval Mode Does Not Work

• Generic electronic module (GEM).
• Circuit(s).
• Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) (9E731).