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Time Control Unit: Notes

NOTE: The Time Control Unit (TCU) operates several different systems. The following circuit test procedures only check circuits that control the intermittent wiper and washer operation.
  1. When testing time control unit, insert probes into harness side of connector while still plugged into control unit. See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Identifying Time Control Unit Harness Connector Terminals
    G91E01515Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. TCU is located behind driver's side kick panel. Ensure ignition key is in correct position when testing each circuit. Perform tests in order: power circuit, TCU output wiper relay circuit, wiper switch circuit, intermittent wiper volume, and washer switch circuit. See WIPER TIME CONTROL UNIT TESTS table.
    WIPER TIME CONTROL UNIT TESTS

    Symptom Affected Circuit
    No Power at Connector Power Circuit
    Intermittent Wiper Inoperative TCU Output Wiper Relay
    Intermittent Wiper Inoperative Wiper Switch
    Intermittent Time Not Adjustable Intermittent Wiper Speed
    Wiper/Washer Do Not Operate Together Washer Switch