Dead Wipers on Chrysler: Motor Has Power But Won't Move

Had the same issue on a 2011 Chrysler Town & Country. The wiper motor was getting power but no movement, just like your case. Initially suspected the wiper switch, but diagnostic tests revealed a damaged wire harness connector near the rain sensor module. The repair required removing the windshield cowl to access the wiper motor assembly. The main issue was corrosion in the wiring harness that connects the car wipers to the control module. Water had seeped in through a deteriorated grommet, causing intermittent connections before complete failure. The fix involved replacing the entire wiring harness and installing a new weather seal. This was a serious repair as it affected safety systems, including the rain sensor functionality. Water damage in electrical components often leads to cascading issues if not addressed promptly. Before heading to a mechanic, check the fuse box for any blown fuses related to the wiper system. Also, listen for the turn signal relay click when operating the wiper stalk, if silent, this could indicate a broader electrical control issue. This type of repair requires specialized diagnostic equipment to properly test the circuit connections and verify the wiper motor operation.

Thanks for sharing the detailed info about the wiring harness repair. The symptoms match exactly what I experienced. After reading your solution, I checked and found similar corrosion issues in my wiper motor connections. Good call on checking the turn signal relay, that helped narrow down the problem. The wiper switch itself tested fine, but the corrosion in the wiring had spread further than expected. Ended up needing some extra work on the cruise control module since it shared part of the damaged harness. Did you remember roughly how much the full repair cost? Also curious if youve had any other electrical issues pop up since fixing the wiper system? My mechanic mentioned these problems sometimes come back in other areas.

The wiper switch and wiring harness repair cost me 95€ total, which covered fixing the corroded cable connections. Much cheaper than expected since it didnt require replacing the entire harness. The mechanic found the issue quickly after testing the electrical circuits. No additional electrical problems have appeared in the past 8 months since the repair. The rain sensor and wipers work perfectly now, and the turn signal system has stayed problem-free too. The shop did a thorough job sealing all connections against future water damage. The cruise control module you mentioned wasnt affected in my case, but its smart to check connected systems when dealing with wiring harness issues. Regular inspection of the cowl area seals helps prevent water from reaching these sensitive components again. A proper repair with new weatherproofing should prevent any recurring problems. Just keep an eye on the wiper operation during heavy rain to catch any early warning signs of connection issues.

I took my car to the mechanic last week after getting your advice. Turns out you were right about the wiring harness being the culprit. The steering column needed to be partially removed to access the damaged area where the windshield wipers connect. Total repair came to 280€, including labor. The mechanic found extensive corrosion throughout the wiring system, worse than initially thought. They had to replace sections connecting to both the wiper switch and cruise control module. Good news is they installed a better weatherproofing system than the original. The repair took about 4 hours but everything works perfectly now. No more error codes on the dashboard and the wipers respond smoothly at all speeds. The mechanic recommended checking the cowl seals annually to prevent future water damage to the electrical components. Thanks again for helping diagnose the issue, saved me from replacing parts that weren't actually broken. Will update if any other electrical gremlins pop up, but so far all systems are working as they should.