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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 39232 Wiper Linkage Separator
    • J 39529 Wiper Linkage Installer

Removal Procedure

  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 in Body Front End.

  3. Object Number: 1201895  Size: SH
  4. Remove the wiper drive system module. Refer to Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement .

  5. Object Number: 306506  Size: SH
  6. Using J 39232 , disconnect the wiper transmission links from the wiper motor crank arm.

  7. Object Number: 1206780  Size: SH
  8. Remove the 2 wiper motor bolts.
  9. Remove the spacer (1) from the wiper drive system module (2)
  10. Remove the wiper motor (3) from the wiper drive system module (2).
  11. Remove the wiper motor module support bracket (4) from the wiper motor (3). Refer to Wiper Motor Module Support Bracket Replacement .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1206780  Size: SH
  1. Install the wiper motor module support bracket (4) to the wiper motor (3). Refer to Wiper Motor Module Support Bracket Replacement .
  2. Position the wiper motor (3) to the wiper drive system module (2).
  3. Position the spacer (1) to the wiper drive system module (2).
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Install the 2 wiper motor bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).


    Object Number: 306515  Size: SH
  7. Install the wiper transmission links onto the wiper motor crank arm with the J 39529 .

  8. Object Number: 1201895  Size: SH
  9. Install the wiper drive system module. Refer to Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement .
  10. Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  11. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .
  12. Inspect the washers for proper operation.