Wiper Motor And Linkage

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Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Motor And Linkage Components

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Removal

Remove the cowl top. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
Remove wiper frame bolts, disconnect the wiper motor connector and remove the wiper frame assembly.

Fig 2: Identifying Wiper Motor Connector With Mounting Bolts
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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.

Connect wiper motor to connector. Turn the wiper switch ON to operate wiper motor, then turn the wiper switch OFF (auto stop).
Disconnect wiper motor electrical connector.
Install wiper motor to wiper frame assembly, and install wiper frame assembly.
Connect wiper motor electrical connector.
Install cowl top. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".