Windshield Wiper Motor Removal/Installation

CAUTION:

The internal permanent magnets used in the windshield wiper motor are made of a glass-like material. To avoid damaging the magnets, do not strike the wiper motor with a hammer or any other object.

NOTE:

The windshield wiper motor is not a repairable item. If worn or damaged, the wiper motor must be replaced.

Cycle the wiper blades until they are in the straight-up position.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Disconnect the wiper motor electrical connector.
Remove the screws (1) and right-hand linkage access cover (2).

Fig 1: Removing Right-Hand Linkage Access Cover
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Reach through the access cover opening and unsnap the wiper motor clip.

Fig 2: Unsnapping Wiper Motor Clip
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Disconnect the right-hand wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft (A) from the left-hand wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft (B). Move both away from the wiper motor (C).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Right-Hand Wiper Mounting Arm And Pivot Shaft From Left-Hand Wiper Mounting Arm And Pivot Shaft
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Remove the stud bolt and three bolts from the wiper motor.
Remove the wiper motor.

Fig 4: Removing Wiper Motor - With Torque Specification
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CAUTION:
- To avoid possible damage to the mounting arm and pivot shaft retainer clip, be sure the clip is fully seated before installing on the wiper motor crank pin.
NOTE:
- Install the left-hand mounting arm and pivot shaft to the wiper motor before installing the right-hand mounting arm and pivot shaft.
Install in reverse order of removal.