97 f150 wiper problem
#1
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97 f150 wiper problem
Hey, first post here but here it goes. The intermittent speeds on my wipers aren't working. I though this could be the GEM but today while in park i flipped the switch and they work at every setting.
Possibly related, my cruise control "OFF" light blinks when driving for prolonged periods/on highway (i understand this is a transmission fault of some sort).
Is it possible that these are related? the truck is fairly new to me so i'm not yet intimately familiar with all of the systems.
EDIT: Truck is a 97 f150, regular cab, short bed, xlt, 4x4, 4.2L v6
Thanks
-Kirk
Possibly related, my cruise control "OFF" light blinks when driving for prolonged periods/on highway (i understand this is a transmission fault of some sort).
Is it possible that these are related? the truck is fairly new to me so i'm not yet intimately familiar with all of the systems.
EDIT: Truck is a 97 f150, regular cab, short bed, xlt, 4x4, 4.2L v6
Thanks
-Kirk
Last edited by kirklandkie; 06-25-2012 at 04:30 PM.
#2
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Anyone?
What is involved in the system which would work only when in drive? We can eliminate the switch and all the mechanics of the wipers since it works while in park.
-Kirk
What is involved in the system which would work only when in drive? We can eliminate the switch and all the mechanics of the wipers since it works while in park.
-Kirk
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Also, I remember something about water intrusion concerning the GEM on f150 and expeditions. Poke around the GEM and see if you notice any corrosion. Also, check if the windshield has ever been replaced. A poorly installed molding can cause water intrusion.
Last edited by Jktx21; 06-26-2012 at 02:42 PM.
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I don't have the wiring diagram handy but I'll look for it for tomorrow. But if I remember correctly there is an amplifier in the wiper circuitry-possibly part of the GEM.
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I'll pull out my gem in the next couple days and check for water damage. If i need a new one doesn't it need to be programmed? or would finding a truck with the same options in a salvage yard be an option?
-Kirk
-Kirk