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Windshield Wiper Motor Replacement Legacy

Tools Required

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

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1471742  Size: SH
  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. Remove the wiper drive system module. Refer to Windshield Wiper System Module Replacement .

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

  6. Object Number: 1471742  Size: SH
  7. Remove the wiper motor and the wiper drive system module from the vehicle.

  8. Object Number: 1471745  Size: SH
  9. Remove the washer and nut from the wiper motor crank arm.
  10. Remove the wiper motor crank arm.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1471745  Size: SH
  1. Install the wiper motor crank arm
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the washer and nut to the wiper motor crank arm
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).

  5. Position the wiper motor and wiper drive system module to the vehicle.

  6. 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.