Special Tools

1. Remove the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
2. Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the wiper motor.



4. Remove the 4 bolts retaining the wiper transmission assembly to the plenum.



5. Remove the wiper transmission assembly from the vehicle.



6. Disconnect the drive link from the wiper motor crank arm using the J 39232 .



7. Remove the 2 bolts retaining the wiper motor to the transmission.
8. Remove the wiper motor from the wiper transmission.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




1. Install the wiper motor onto the wiper transmission with the 2 bolts and tighten to 8 N·m (71 lb in).



2. Connect the drive link onto the wiper motor crank arm using the J 39529 .



3. Install the wiper transmission assembly to the plenum.



4. Install the 4 bolts and tighten to 8 N·m (71 lb in).



5. Connect the electrical connector to the wiper motor.
6. Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement.
7. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement.
8. Operate the wipers and inspect for proper operation.