Wiper Control Module: Service and Repair

REMOVAL





NOTE: The front wiper motor can be removed from the wiper module without removing the module from the vehicle, and is available as a separate service component for this model.

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove both front wiper arms from the wiper pivots.
3. Remove the cowl plenum cover/grille panel from over the front wiper module.
4. Disconnect the wire harness connector (5) from the front wiper motor connector.
5. Remove the screw (3) that secures the front wiper module bracket (6) and the center bracket of the cowl grille support (7) to the cowl plenum panel (1).
6. Remove the three screws (2) that secure the module bracket to the cowl plenum panel and the left front fender ledge.
7. Remove the wiper module from the engine compartment as a unit.

INSTALLATION




1. Check to be certain that the rivet nut (4) used to secure the front wiper module (6) is properly installed in the support at the left front fender ledge, and that it is in good condition.
2. Position the front wiper module to the cowl plenum panel (1) as a unit.
3. Install and tighten the three screws (2) that secure the module bracket to the cowl plenum panel and the left front fender ledge. Tighten the screws to 8 Nm (72 in. lbs.).
4. Install and tighten the screw (3) that secures the module bracket and the center bracket of the cowl grille support (7) to the cowl plenum panel. Tighten the screw to 11 Nm (100 in. lbs.).
5. Reconnect the wire harness connector (5) to the front wiper motor connector.
6. Reinstall the cowl plenum cover/grille panel over the front wiper module.
7. Reinstall both front wiper arms onto the wiper pivots.
8. Reconnect the battery negative cable.