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Wiper Gear Box: Service and Repair

Removal Procedure

Tools Required
J39232 Wiper Transmission Separator




1. Remove the wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement.
2. Remove the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.




3. Remove the transmission drive link from the wiper motor crank arm using the J39232.
4. Remove the transmission screws.
5. Remove the transmission from the vehicle through the access openings in the top of the cowl.

Installation Procedure

Tools Required
J39529 Wiper Transmission Installer




1 Install the transmission to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Note in Cautions and Notes.




2. Install the transmission mounting screws.

Tighten
Tighten the wiper transmission mounting screws to 8 N.m (70 lb in).

IMPORTANT:
- Lubricate the inside of the socket with white lithium grease.
- The wiper transmission must be assembled to the crank arm past the second detent so the seal is compressed to a maximum height of 25.5 mm (1 in).

3. Install the transmission drive link to the wiper motor crank arm using the J39529.
4. Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
5. Install the wiper arms. Refer to Wiper Arm Replacement.