I have a 2006 Ram 1500 sport. The windshield wipers only work sometimes. I will turn the *** and nothing will happen...but if I leave the *** turned sometimes they will begin working after 5 minutes or so.
Then other times I will turn the *** and they work fine.

One strange thing is that when I use the windshield washer the wipers work fine. (3 wipes as normal)

Anyone know what might be causing this?

 

Sounds like your multi-function switch might be on it's way out. Chrysler just issued an extended replacement policy for that part. Up to 150,000 miles. You should have recieved a letter in the mail.

 

06,

As spoken about above.

NUMBER: 08-002-12
GROUP: Electrical
DATE: January 13, 2012

SUBJECT:
Multifunction Switch Malfunction - X42 (10 Year Or 150,000 Mile (240,000 Kilometers)
Warranty Extension)
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves replacing the multifunction switch if found inoperative or operating
incorrectly.
MODELS:
2006 DR Ram Pickup 1500
2006 DH Ram Pickup 2500
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some customers may experience a turn signal switch malfunction that will cause the turn
signals to flash incorrectly. When selecting a right turn, the left flashers will function and
when selecting a left turn, the right flashers will function.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the multifunction switch is found malfunctioning, Perform the Repair Procedure.
NOTE: This Service Bulletin only applies to the replacement of the Multifunction
Switch. All other repairs are not overed by this Service Bulletin.