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camper1159 · Joined: 13 Jul 2009 Posts: 2

1998 528i

Wipers conked out. Stopped completely.

Checked fuse - good.
Changed the relay - no help. The relay doesn't even click.
Checked power at Wiper motor - no power being delivered to motor (it should show 12v on the high lead, right?)

So, it must be the wiper control module.

Can anyone help me with locating and doing a R & R on it?

I used the search function and found only directions for a 3-series. Before I start trying to rip out the glove box, I was hoping someone could confirm that the wiper control module is located behind the glove box on the E39 (like the 3-Series).

Anyone?

Thanks in advance for your assistance...you guys are a wealth of information!

Camper

edjack · Joined: 04 Feb 2002 Posts: 3887 Location: San Jose, CA

The wipers are controlled by the General Module. Bentley's may, or may not, be a help here.

It may be the wiper/washer stalk switch.
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camper1159 · Joined: 13 Jul 2009 Posts: 2

All fuses checked good.

Wiper motor check good.

Relay replaced. No change.

Multimeter shows no power to relay!

Stalk switch checked - for obvious damage only, no wiring diagram available. No change.

New stalk switch ordered - 13.99!

Will report results.

Camper

alanfp · Joined: 07 Feb 2002 Posts: 461 Location: UK

Not sure how much a module is, but when my light control module went, I got one from a breakers yard for £25 instead of £220. Might be worth a try.......