Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement




Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement

1. Remove the nuts (A) and the windshield wiper arms (B).






2. Remove the hood seal (A) and cowl covers (B).






3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the windshield wiper motor (B).





4. Remove the mounting bolts and the wiper linkage assembly (C).

5. Note the alignment marks on the wiper link and wiper motor. Remove the two mounting bolts and nut from the wiper linkage (A) to remove the wiper motor (B).





6. Align the "(triangle)" mark on the wiper link (C) and the mark on the wiper motor to the original alignment.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Apply multipurpose grease to the moving parts.
- Before reinstalling the wiper arms, turn the wiper switch ON, then OFF to return the wiper shaft to the park position.
- If necessary, replace any damaged clips.
- Make sure the wiper motor operates properly.

8. After installation, adjust the wiper arms.