Wiper Motor: Service and Repair
Front1. Disable coded theft protection system as described under Accessories and Optional Equipment / Antitheft and Alarm Systems / Service and Repair.
2. On models equipped with airbag, disarm airbag system as described under Air Bags and Seat Belts / Air Bags (Supplemental Restraint Systems) / Airbag System Disarming.
3. Remove cap nuts and wiper arm.
4. Pry off air scoop trim clip, then remove the air scoop.
5. Pry wiper linkage away from motor arm.
6. Remove wiper motor cover, then disconnect motor electrical connector.
7. Remove wiper motor attaching bolts and the motor.
8. Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Apply suitable grease to joints and ensure linkages operate smoothly.
b. Torque wiper motor attaching bolts to 7 ft. lbs.
c. Torque wiper arm cap nut to 10 ft. lbs.
d. Following installation, ensure tips of wiper arms rest .8-1.2 inches from the air scoop.
9. Restore coded theft protection system and rearm airbag.
Rear
Fig. 6 Rear Wiper Motor Replacement:
1. Disable coded theft protection system as described under Accessories and Optional Equipment / Antitheft and Alarm Systems / Service and Repair.
2. On models equipped with airbag, disarm airbag system as described under Air Bags and Seat Belts / Air Bags (Supplemental Restraint Systems) / Airbag System Disarming.
3. Remove hatch trim panel, then the trim cover, wiper arm attaching nut, pivot cap, nut and outside seal rubber, Fig. 6.
4. Disconnect electrical connector from wiper motor, then remove motor attaching bolts and the motor.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
6. Restore coded theft protection system and rearm airbag.