Tailgate Wiper Console and Wiper Motor

TAILGATE WIPER CONSOLE AND WIPER MOTOR

The tailgate wiper console assembly (linkage and motor) is removed as a single unit. Once the console is removed, the wiper motor and other linkage parts can be repaired or replaced.

The rear wiper motor circuit is electrically interrupted when the tailgate window is opened. A microswitch is positioned in the tailgate window lock. The lockpin in the base of the window operates the microswitch.

Tailgate wiper console, removal and installation






1. Remove trim panel from tailgate. Pry out plastic screw covers with screwdriver tip and remove screws from below covers. Open tool box and remove retaining clips from trim panel.






2. Remove screws from left and right sides of tailgate.
3. Remove screws fastening recessed handle to tailgate.






4. Close tailgate and open tailgate window. Remove trim cover from top of rear wiper motor. Remove screw from wiper motor assembly.







5. Remove clips from rear body trim and carefully remove trim panel.






6. Remove bolts (qty. 9) holding console to body.


NOTE: Bolts with large washers are used with rubber mounts. Note location of large bolts and short bolts as they must be reinstalled in the original locations.

7. Partially lift out wiper assembly and loosen wire strap from holder.
8. Unplug harness connector from wiper motor.






9. Remove the wiper assembly from body.






Installation is the reverse of removal. If removing the wiper motor from the wiper console, mark the linkage crank to the motor shaft before removing the crank. Upon final assembly, check that the lock pin on the tailgate window and the crank pin on the wiper motor correctly engage the tailgate lock.






If necessary, adjust the lock pin height.