FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Wiper Motor Replacement

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove wiper motor assembly.
3. Remove one retaining nut to linkage crank to motor shaft and remove crank.
4. Remove the rubber grommet on shaft.
5. Remove the three retaining bolts to linkage assembly and remove motor.

INSTALLATION
1. Remove nut and bolts from new motor.
2. Connect motor to electrical connector, reconnect battery, and cycle motor to park position.
3. Disconnect negative battery cable and motor electrical connector.
4. Place motor on linkage assembly and place motor retaining plate over motor shaft.
5. Install the motor retaining bolts. Torque bolts to 9 ± 1 Nm (80 ± 9 in. lbs.).
6. Install the motor shaft grommet.

Wiper Motor Crank Alignment:




7. Align the crank with the linkage arm so it is parallel. The linkage arm will cover the hole in the crank when aligned properly. Place the crank on the motor shaft and start the nut. Torque the nut to 18 ± 2 Nm (159 ± 18 in. lbs.).
8. Install the wiper motor assembly.
9. Connect the battery negative cable.
10. Close hood.
11. Verify vehicle and system operation.