OBD Guide

B3715

Windshield Wiper Relay Drive Circuit

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$6–56 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Windshield wipers don't work
  • Intermittent wiper operation
  • The wipers turn on randomly
  • No response to switch

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in wiring harness
  • Faulty wiper relay
  • Problems with the control unit
  • Contact corrosion
  • Faulty wiper switch

How to Fix

  1. Check the windshield wiper circuit fuse
  2. Inspect the wiring harness for damage
  3. Check the operation of the windshield wiper relay
  4. Test the wiper switch
  5. Replace relay or switch if necessary
  6. Check contacts for corrosion

Related codes

Error B3715 by Vehicle Brand