Wiper Arm Replacement - Rear (XUV)

WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT - REAR (XUV)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disengage the wiper arm cover (1) by lifting outward at the location (2) at the underside of the wiper arm cover.




2. Remove the nut (4) retaining the wiper arm to the motor shaft.
3. Remove the wiper arm from the wiper motor pivot shaft (5).
4. Disconnect the rear washer hose (6).
5. Clean the wiper arm pivot shaft knurls with a soft wire brush.




6. Remove the wiper arm blade (1) from the wiper arm (2), if necessary.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the wiper arm blade (3) to the wiper arm (1), if removed.
2. Turn the ignition to the RUN position, engine OFF.
3. Turn the wiper switch to position 3, full speed.
4. Locate and remove the rear wiper fuse, fuse number 9, located under the LH rear seat.
5. Turn the wiper switch to the OFF position.
6. Reinstall the fuse in the fuse block number 9 position.
7. Turn the ignition to the LOCK position.
8. Install the washer hose end fitting and position the washer hose clockwise around the pivot shaft and connect to the elbow.
9. Install the rear wiper arm. Align the park finger of the arm into the park pocket in applique.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the nut to 6-10 N.m (55-89 lb in).




10. Secure the wiper arm nut cover.
11. Turn the vehicle to the RUN position, engine OFF.
12. Cycle the rear wiper and verify the park location of the wiper arm into the applique park pocket.

IMPORTANT: Do not turn on or cycle the rear wiper after step 7 or until the wiper arm nut is fully torqued. If vehicle is turned on, start over at step 2.

13. Inspect the operation of the endgate window.