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Wiper Motor: Service and Repair




Wiper Motor and Linkage: Removal and Installation

Removal and Installation










Removal

1) Remove the cowl top. Refer to [Cowl Top: Removal and Installation] Service and Repair.
2) Remove wiper frame bolts, disconnect wiper motor connector and remove wiper frame assembly.





3) Remove wiper motor from wiper frame assembly.

Installation

CAUTION:

- Do not drop the wiper motor or cause it to contact other parts.
- Check the grease conditions of the motor arm and wiper link joint(s). Apply grease if necessary.

1) Connect wiper motor to connector. Turn the wiper switch ON to operate wiper motor, then turn the wiper switch OFF (auto stop).
2) Disconnect wiper motor electrical connector.
3) Install wiper motor to wiper frame assembly, and install wiper frame assembly.
4) Connect wiper motor electrical connector.
5) Install cowl top. Refer to [Cowl Top: Removal and Installation] Service and Repair.
6) Ensure that wiper blades stop within proper clearance. Refer to [Front Wiper Arms: Removal and Installation] Service and Repair.