I just trouble-shot a rear wiper on a '91 syncro. With that one the fuse kept popping, when I pulled the panel and looked at the motor I saw that the motor was burned out, making a direct short inside. Evidence of heat on panel and the end of the motor was rotten.

I just looked at Bentley, couldn't see rear wiper on '85 diagram, but on '86 it is fuse 12 

cheers

alistair

On 2013-07-27, at 12:23 PM, Eric Caron wrote:

> Hello listers.
> 
>        I really like having all things possible working on my van.  I am trying to get the rear wiper and sprayer working.  
> 
>        I removed the panel and insolation and found that two wires leading to the plastic clip just before the motor were cut and taped off.  Before trying to reconnect the wires I would like to ask if there is a reason why the rear wiper motor would be deliberately cutt off that way?  Any advice before I try connecting them again?
> 
>        As I can't see the book to identify the correct fuse knowing which one might be affected would be a big help. 
> 
> 
> Tips and recommendations are greatly appreciated.
> 
> Eric Caron 
> 85 GL Westfalia Auto