Wiper Motor: Service and Repair

1. Turn ignition switch to RUN position. Turn on windshield wipers, cycle to mid-wipe position, then turn off ignition.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove left and righthand wiper arms.
4. Remove cowl top to hood seal.
5. Remove left and righthand cowl vent screens.
6. Remove four retaining screws and washers, then the cowl top extension.
7. Disconnect two wiring connectors from motor.
8. Remove retaining bolts and washer assemblies from wiper module.
9. Lift module slightly to disengage support bracket from dash panel mounting stud. Move module sideways about 2 in toward passenger side, and remove module from vehicle.
10. Disconnect linkage drive arm from motor crankpin after removing clip.
11. Remove three retaining screws and remove motor from module.
12. Reverse procedure to install. Before installing blade and arm assemblies to pivot shafts, cycle motor and turn wiper switch OFF to ensure wiper linkage is in PARK position.