Two problems related to windshield wiper/washer have been reported for the 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The pressure line from the reservoir has a hole where the line passed near/behind the battery. It appears to have been burned or eaten away from touching battery. While driving through a storm the windshield washer had become inoperative. The consumer also discovered that when the washer was engaged, it would spray washer fluid all over the battery.
Consumer state while using windshield wiper without any indication wiper would stop working consumer would have to tap windshield wiper motor box to return to normal use. Please provide further information.