Wiper Arm: Removal: Rear

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lift the rear wiper arm pivot cover by lifting it at the rear wiper motor output shaft end of the arm. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Rear Wiper Arm Remove/Install

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1 - SPARE TIRE

2 - WRENCH

3 - FLIP-UP GLASS

4 - PARK RAMP

5 - REAR WIPER ARM

6 - PIVOT COVER

Remove the nut that secures the rear wiper arm to the rear wiper motor output shaft.

If necessary, use a battery terminal puller to disengage the wiper arm from the rear wiper motor output shaft splines. See Fig 2.

NOTE: Depending upon the size and type of puller used, it may be necessary to remove the spare tire from the tailgate. Refer to the owner's manual in the vehicle glove box for information on removing the spare tire from the tailgate.

Fig 2: Wiper Arm Puller - Typical

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1 - WIPER ARM

2 - WIPER PIVOT

3 - BATTERY TERMINAL PULLER

Remove the rear wiper arm pivot end from the motor output shaft.