Removal and Installation of Rear Wiper Arm: Installation

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

Prior to rear wiper arm installation: operate wiper motor one full cycle then turn "OFF" (Auto Stop).
- Operate wiper motor one full cycle, then turn "OFF" (Auto Stop).
- Using a suitable brush, clean pivot area as illustrated. This will reduce the possibility of wiper arm looseness.
  
  Fig 1: Cleaning Wiper Arm Pivot Area
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install rear wiper arm onto pivot and ensure wiper blade is parallel to the ground.
Tighten wiper arm mounting nut to specification, then close pivot cover.
Rear wiper arm mounting nut: 15.5 N.m (1.6 kg-m, 11 ft-lb)