Zx Estate Rear Wiper

[joss]

The rear wiper on my ZX estate (1997) didn't move, it was pretty corroded so I swapped it completely for one in good nick from the scrappy. However it still doesn't move.

 

I have checked that the spindle isn't seized, the relay on the motor is fine, the cables in the tailgate look fine, other electrics in the tailgate work ok, the fuse is OK.

 

Looking at the wiring diagram in Haynes the wiper motor/timer separates from the wash jet circuit (which works ok) somewhere at the dash. Unfortunately the wiring colour codes don't seem to match what is in my car. Can anyone point me to the correct relay/connector under the dash so I can check it out?

 

TIA

[joss]

Oh and another thing - I have a red connector under the dash, to the right of the fuse box, two green wires going in to it but it is not connected to anything! Anyone know what this is?

[Guest Colin Hunter]

If you have a meter or a test lamp it would be a good idea to check that you're actually getting a voltage output from the switch. The column stalks on ZXs are known for having the occasional problem. It might just be the switch and you'll be able to get another from a breakers if that's what it is.

 

The connector under the dash is probably for some system which isn't part of the spec on your car. The wiring looms are generally the same (to a point)whether systems are connected up or not.

 

Cheers Hope this helps :D