Fix Toyota Camry Broken Windshield Wiper Switch

Fix Toyota Camry Broken Windshield Wiper Switch

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Is the wiper switch (combination switch) of your Toyota Camry not working? Learn how to fix the problem by replacing the vehicle’s wiper switch. This guide is a step-by-step procedure for replacing the wiper switch on the steering column on a 2012-2020 Toyota Camry XV50.

What you will need

  • Toyota Camry Wiper Switch
  • Philips Screwdriver
  • Flathead Screwdriver

Procedure

Remove the airbag from the steering wheel. If you need help with this step, follow these procedures to remove the airbag.

Remove the steering wheel. If you need help with this step, follow these procedures for removing the steering wheel.

Remove the two screws on the steering column plastic trims using a Philips screwdriver and twisting it counterclockwise.Removing the holding the upper and lower plastic trim.

Removing the screws holding the upper and lower plastic trim.

Pull the upper plastic trim up and the lower plastic trim out of the steering column.Removing the lower plastic trim of the steering column.

Pulling up the upper plastic trim of the steering column.


Unlock the tab on the wiper switch using a flat screwdriver to pull the tab.Pulling the tab holding the wiper switch.

Disconnect the two electrical connectors of the wiper switch by pressing the clip and pulling the connector out.Disconnecting the electrical connector of the wiper switch.

Disconnecting the electrical connector of the wiper switch.

Pull the wiper switch out from the vehicle.Pulling the wiper switch out of the vehicle.

Removing the wiper switch of the Toyota Camry XV50.


Line up the new wiper switch and push it in until it snaps into place.Installing the new wiper switch of the Toyota Camry XV50.

Reconnect the electrical connectors of the wiper switch by pushing the connector to the connection port.Reinstalling the electrical connector of the wiper switch.

Reinstalling the electrical connector of the wiper switch.


Line up the plastic trims of the steering column and press them together until they snap into place.Reinstalling the plastic trims of the steering column.

Reinstall the two screws on the plastic trims and twist them clockwise to tighten.Reinstalling the two screws on the plastic trims of the steering column.

Reinstalling the two screws on the plastic trims of the steering column.


Reinstall the steering wheel. If you need help with this step, follow these procedures for installing the steering wheel.Reinstalling the steering wheel of the Toyota Camry.


Reinstall the airbag on the steering wheel. If you need help with this step, follow these procedures for installing the airbag.Reinstalling the airbag of the Toyota Camry.

We hope you find the Fix Toyota Camry Broken Windshield Wiper Switch guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Toyota.

Author

  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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