So my windshield washer pump hasn't been working. I took it off and cleaned the connector and put power directly to it just to make sure it was burnt out. It runs fine. I hooked up a meter to the connector on the harness and found I'm not getting any power when I push my little button. My question is this. Is it easier to just run a new wire to a toggle on the dash or to fix the switch on the lever of the steering column? It's an 89 d100 5.2L

 

Have you checked the #6 20 amp fuse?

 

I just changed all my fuses and relays on monday

 

Do you have power at fuse #6?

 

as far as I know yes, but its raining too hard to go out and check right now.
to replace the switch, would I have to remove the whole column, or can it be done on the truck?

 

It can be done on the truck. You must remove the steering wheel to remove the switch.