OBD Guide

B1435

Wiper Hi/Low Speed Relay Coil Circuit Open

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$22–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Lack of high speed wipers
  • No low speed wipers
  • Windshield wipers only operate at one speed

Causes

  • Broken or damaged wiring harness
  • Wiper speed relay malfunction
  • Problems in the control unit
  • Corrosion of relay contacts

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the wiring harness
  2. Check the condition of the wiper speed relay
  3. Clean or replace corroded contacts
  4. If necessary, replace the relay
  5. Check the control unit for errors

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