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Ford Focus RS (2011 year). Instruction - part 69

Settings for wiper arms

Degrees

5 ±1

Angle of wiper arms to windscreen, driver's side (LHD/RHD)

4 ±1

Angle of wiper arms to windscreen, passenger side (LHD/RHD)

Setting for rear wiper arm

Degrees

5 ±1

Angle between the wiper arm and the rear window, wagon variant

3 ±1

Angle between the wiper arm and the rear window, 3-/5-door variant (not

adjustable)

Torque Specifications

lb-in

lb-ft

Description

Rear window wiper motor bracket retaining bolts

Rear window wiper arm retaining nut

Nuts, windshield wiper arms

Bolts for windshield wiper motor with linkage

Front wiper motor retaining screws

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Rain sensor

CAUTIONS:

The automatic windshield wipers must be
switched off before the vehicle is driven
into a car wash.

If the windshield is iced up, the wipers may
only be activated by the rain sensor after
the windshield has been completely
defrosted.

NOTE: The rain sensor is an optical measuring
instrument. Contamination such as oil, grease or
dust impair its correct function. Before switching
on the automatic windshield wipers, the windshield
must be clean in the area of the rain sensor.

The rain sensor is built into a housing which is
mounted behind the rear view mirror on the
windshield.

E43413

The rain sensor (1) consists of an opto-electronic
measuring and evaluation circuit. The sensor can
calculate the amount of precipitation falling on the
windshield and request that the windshield wipers
are switched on.

On the basis of the information provided by the
rain sensor, the windshield wipers are then set to
the required wipe speed by the generic electronic
module (GEM).

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Mode of operation of the rain sensor

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Description

Item

Raindrop

LED

Lens

Photodiode

The rain sensor consists of three optical
components:

• an LED

• a photodiode

• the lens

The photodiode emits an infrared light beam of
known intensity; the emitted light passes through
the lens and is reflected by the windshield.

The reflected light beam enters back through the
lens and then reaches the photodiode. The
corresponding value taken without moisture on the
windshield is used as the reference value for the
automatic calibration process.

Subsequent deviations from this value cause the
windshield wipers to be switched on.

If rain lands on the windshield then the light
reflected by the windshield has a lower intensity.
This loss of intensity is registered by the
photodiode and, proportionally to the loss of
intensity, the module switches on the windshield
wipers with the required wipe speed (in intermittent
or continuous mode).

When the automatic windshield wipers are switched
on (wiper switch set to intermittent mode) the rain
sensor is switched on and performs an automatic
calibration according to the current conditions at
the windshield.

To perform the automatic calibration, the windshield
wipers perform a single wipe regardless of whether
the windshield is wet or dry.

If the windshield remains dry after this wipe then
the windshield wipers stop until moisture is
registered on the windshield above the sensor.

On vehicles built from 12/2005, automatic
calibration only takes place if the wiper switch was
not set to the rain sensing function before the
ignition was switched on.

The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be changed
by adjusting the control resistor for the intermittent
mode of the windshield wipers.

• Adjusting ring position 1: high sensitivity

– The wipers wipe even if only a small amount

of water has been measured on the
windshield.

• Adjusting ring position 6: low sensitivity:

– The wipers only wipe if a large amount of

water has been measured on the windshield.

Windshield wash/wipe system

Wiper functions

The windshield wash/wipe system will only operate
if the ignition switch is in the position "I" or "II".

Five wash functions are available: "Off",
"Flick-wipe", "Speed 1", "Speed 2" and
"Intermittent" or "Automatic wipe" (depending on
the vehicle specification).

In "Speed 1" or "Speed 2" mode, the wipers are
operating continuously at either normal speed or
fast speed.

When the intermittent wipe mode is switched on
the windshield wipers operate at normal speed with
the following wiper delays:

• Wiper delay 1: 1 second

• Wiper delay 2: 3.5 seconds

• Wiper delay 3: 6 seconds

• Wiper delay 4: 9.5 seconds

• Wiper delay 5: 15.5 seconds

• Wiper delay 6: 22 seconds

NOTE: In the event of a failure, or if the control
resistor is not connected the default time for the
wiper delay is 8 seconds.

When the windshield washer switch is operated
washer fluid is sprayed onto the windshield. After
a short delay designed to protect the wiper blades
the wipers perform 2 or 3 wipes at low speed.

If when the windshield washer switch is activated
the windshield wipers are switched off, then a

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single wipe is performed 4 seconds after the wipers
have returned to the home position after performing
the 2 or 3 wipes.

If when the windshield washer switch is activated
the wipers are in intermittent mode, and if the
selected wiper delay time is longer than 6 seconds,
then a single wipe is performed 6 seconds after
the wipers have returned to the home position after
performing the 2 or 3 wipes. If the selected delay
time is less than 6 seconds then no post wipe is
required.

The post wipe function on the windshield ensures
that any water remaining on the windshield after
washing is wiped away. It is only required if the
wipers are switched off or they are set to
intermittent mode.

Automatic wiper function

In vehicles built from 12/2005 without rain sensor,
a speed-dependent wiper function is implemented
in the GEM on the mid and high-end equipment
versions.

When the windshield wipers are switched on, the
GEM reduces the wiper speed by one setting if the
vehicle is driven at walking speed or comes to a
standstill.

When the vehicle speed is increased, the wiper
speed automatically returns to the previous setting.

If the wiper lever is actuated during automatic
function, the automatic wiper function is switched
off and the wiper speed corresponds to the
newly-selected setting.

Rear window wash/wipe system

The rear window wash/wipe system will only
operate if the ignition switch is in the position "II".

The GEM changes the wiper delay time of the rear
window wiper according to the switch setting of the
windshield wipers.

If the wiper switch is in the "OFF" position, or in
"intermittent" mode or the "automatic wipe" setting
(no wiping or low speed wiping), then the wiper
delay time for the rear window is 10 seconds.

If the wiper switch is in the "normal speed" position,
"fast speed" position or the "automatic wipe" setting

(high speed wiping), then the wiper delay time for
the rear window is 6 seconds.

If the switch for the rear window washer is pressed,
then washer fluid is sprayed onto the rear window,
and the wiper operates continuously at low speed.
When the switch is released the rear window wiper
performs another 2-3 wipes.

If the switch for the rear window washer fails while
switched ON, or if it is continuously operated for
more than 60 seconds, then the switch signal is
ignored by the GEM, the wiper returns to the park
position and a trouble code is stored for the switch.

If reverse gear is engaged and the windshield wiper
switch is in the normal, high speed or automatic
windshield wiper (wiping at high speed) position,
the rear window wiper operates continuously until
the gearshift lever is moved back to the neutral
position.

If reverse gear is engaged and the windshield wiper
switch is in the "intermittent mode" or "automatic
windshield wiper" (no wiping or low speed) position,
then the rear window wiper follows the movement
of the windshield wipers. When the wipers leave
the park position the rear window wiper also
performs a wipe.

Headlamp washer system

CAUTION: Do not operate the headlamp
washer system for more than 10 seconds,
and never with an empty fluid reservoir.

The headlamp washer system operates when the
windshield washers are actuated if, at the same
time, the light switch is set to "low beam" or if the
"autolamp" function has switched on the
headlamps. The system is controlled electrically
by the headlamp washer relay, which is actuated
by the GEM.

In order to prevent excessive washer water
consumption in vehicles built from 12/2005, the
headlamp washer system is only activated on every
fourth actuation of the windshield washer switch,
provide that 10 minutes have not elapsed since
the first actuation of the headlamp washer system.
If the windshield washer switch is actuated again
after 10 minutes, the headlamp washer system is
activated and the timer is restarted.

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Overview

E46720

Description

Item

Windshield washer reservoir

Pump - headlamp washer system

Windshield washer reservoir filler neck

Hoses - headlamp washer system

Headlamp washer system nozzle

Cover, headlamp washer system nozzle

Headlamp

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Refer to Wiring Diagrams

Section 501-16, for

schematic and connector information.

Special Tool(s)

Terminal Probe Kit
29-011A

29011A

General Equipment

Digital multimeter

The Ford approved diagnostic tool

Description of operation

A diagnosis of the generic electronic module (GEM)
can be performed with the Ford approved
diagnostic tool. Furthermore, an integrated service
mode enables testing of the input and output
signals without the need for further tools. To enable
activation of service mode:

• switch off the ignition,

• switch off all other electrical consumers,

• apply the handbrake,

• shift to neutral

• and close the doors.

Activating the service mode

Proceed as follows to activate the service mode:

• OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window

and HOLD IT THERE

• Turn on the ignition.

• RELEASE the switch of the heated rear window

A signal sounds and the turn signal lamps come
on to indicate that service mode has been
successfully activated.

NOTE: If the alarm is activated (in vehicles fitted
with an anti-theft alarm system), service mode
cannot be activated.

Inputs

SWITCH the windshield wiper switch to the "OFF"
position to test the input signals. The following is
a list of the switch signals to be tested, in no
particular order:

• Turn signals (right, left, hazard warning lights)

• Windshield wiper stage I

• Windshield wiper stage II

• Windshield washer system

• Rear window wiper

• Rear window washer system

• Doors open/closed

• Remote control for central locking with double

locking

• Hood open/closed (in vehicles equipped with

an anti-theft alarm system)

• Tailgate open/closed

• A/C request signal

• Heated windscreen (if fitted)

• Parking Brake

• Brake reservoir fluid level

• Speed control system

• Autolamps

• Low beam

• High beam

• Headlamp flasher

• Marker Lamps

• Reversing lamp

• Liftgate release

• Ignition switch, terminal 15 (turn key to 0

position, then turn key to II position.)

An acoustic signal sounds and the turn signal
lamps flash to indicate receipt of each input signal
by the generic electronic module.

Test the windshield wiper "intermittent mode" stage
input signal (only vehicles with adjustable
intermittent mode)

The windshield wiper switch must be switched to
"intermittent mode" in order to test the input signal.
The delay times of the input signals can then be
tested by operating the rotary switch. Each change
of the rotary switch position is indicated by an
acoustic signal and illumination of the turn signals.

Output signals

SWITCH the wiper switch to the "intermittent""
position to test the output signals. PRESSING the
heated rear window switch activates the output
signals in the following order:

a. Turn Indicator Left Hand

b. Turn Indicator Right Hand

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c. High beam

d. Low beam

e. Windshield wiper stage I

f. Windshield wiper stage II

g. Heated rear window

h. Heater blower motor

i. Headlamp washer (vehicles with gas discharge

headlamps)

j. Electric booster heater (if fitted)

k. Autolamps (if fitted)

l. Alarm horn (vehicles with alarm system)

m. Rear window wiper

n. Rear heated window relay

When the heated rear window switch is pressed
again, the test of the relevant signal is terminated.
When the heated rear window switch is pressed
once more, the test for the next signal in the list is
started.

Ending the service mode

The GEM automatically ends service mode 20
seconds after the last input or at a driving speed
of over 7 km/h. However, service mode can be
manually ended at any time by proceeding as
follows:

• OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window

and HOLD IT THERE

• SWITCH OFF the ignition

• RELEASE the switch of the heated rear window

3 signals sound and the turn signal lamps illuminate
to indicate that service mode has ended.

Reset service mode

If, after completion of service mode, some functions
do not operate or do not operate properly, check
the following functions:

• Instrument cluster illumination, side lamps and

license plate lamp in autolamps mode

• Rear wiper

• Headlamp Washers

• Electric booster heater

• Active anti-theft sounder

• Heated windshield

If one or more of the listed functions is not OK, it's
possible that the cause of the fault is due to not
exiting service mode properly. To reactivate the
functions correctly, perform the following steps:

1. SWITCH OFF the ignition

2. SWITCH OFF the switch for the windscreen

wash/wipe system

3. OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window

and HOLD IT THERE

4. Turn on the ignition.

5. RELEASE the heated rear window switch (an

acoustic signal will sound if activation has been
performed correctly)

6. SWITCH the windscreen wash/wipe switch to

the "Intermittent wipe" position

7. OPERATE the heated rear window switch 6

times (the main beam headlamps switch on and
off automatically)

8. SWITCH OFF the switch for the windscreen

wash/wipe system

9. OPERATE the switch of the heated rear window

and HOLD IT THERE

10. SWITCH OFF the ignition

11. RELEASE the heated rear window switch (three

acoustic signals will sound if activation has been
performed correctly)

After completion of the work, check all the
functions.

Inspection and Checking

NOTE: The generic electronic module (GEM) forms
part of the central junction box (CJB).

NOTE: If the generic electronic module (GEM) is
changed, the new one must be reinitialized. For
this purpose, the vehicle-specific data is read out
of the module to be replaced using the Ford
approved diagnostic tool and is transferred to the
new module.

NOTE: Before reading out the vehicle-specific data,
remake all the electrical connections to the module
to be removed, so that communication between
the module and the Ford approved diagnostic tool
is ensured.

1. Verify the customer concern.

2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical

and electrical damage:

NOTE: Ensure correct engagement of the wiring
harness connectors.

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Visual Inspection Chart

Electrical

Mechanical

• Fuse(s)

• Connector

• Wiring harness

• Washer pump motor

• Headlamp cleaning

system pump

• Headlamp cleaning

system relay

• Front/rear window

wiper motor

• Wash/wipe system

switch

• Central junction box

(CJB)

• Battery junction box

(BJB)

• Wiper blade(s)

• Wiper arm shaft

• Washer reservoir

• Hose(s)

• Nozzles

• Check the

passenger-side
wiper blade for
residue-free wiping
in the vicinity of the
rain sensor.

• Check the adhesive

pad between the
rain sensor and the
windshield for
trapped air.

• Clean wax residues

from the windshield
in the vicinity of the
rain sensor.

• Check the wind-

shield for
damage/cracks in
the vicinity of the
rain sensor.

• Check that the rain

sensor retaining
frame is correctly
attached to the
windshield.

3. Resolve any obvious causes or concerns found

during the visual inspection before carrying out
any further tests.

4. If the concern persists after the visual

inspection, PERFORM a fault diagnosis on the
generic electronic module (GEM) using the Ford
approved diagnostic tool and RESOLVE the
fault(s) displayed according to the fault
description. CHECK the operation of the system.

5. On a vehicle without stored fault(s), continue

according to the Symptom Chart and the
corresponding symptom.

6. After checking or rectifying the fault(s) and

finishing the work, READ OUT the fault memory
in the generic electronic module (GEM) and
DELETE any saved faults. After performing a
road test and CHECKING the system, READ
OUT the fault memories again.

Trouble Code Table - Generic Electronic Module (GEM)

Action

Description

DTC

GO to Pinpoint Test G.

Circuit of windshield wiper limit switch
(park position) faulty (short to ground)

B1447

GO to Pinpoint Test C.

Circuit of rear window wiper switch faulty
(short to ground)

B1614

GO to Pinpoint Test J.

Circuit of windshield washer system
switch faulty (short to ground)

B2114

GO to Pinpoint Test J.

Circuit of rear window washer system
switch faulty (short to ground)

B2115

GO to Pinpoint Test F.

Circuit of front windshield wash/wipe
system switch (Intermittent switch posi-
tion) faulty (short to ground)

B2179

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