Liftgate Wiper Motor Replacement

Liftgate Wiper Motor Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the rear wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement).
2. Remove the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).




3. Remove the rear wiper motor grommet.




4. Disconnect the electrical connector (2).
5. Remove the remove the three bolts (1) and the rear wiper motor assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the wiper motor assembly to the liftgate.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution)

2. Install the three bolts (1) to the wiper motor assembly and tighten to 5.5 Nm (49 lb in).
3. Connect the electrical connector (2).




4. Apply multi-purpose grease to the entire surface of the wiper motor grommet lip (1).
Note: Make sure that the hole does not get clogged with grease and the grooves on the lip are filled with grease.




5. Instal the wiper motor grommet.
6. Install the rear wiper arm. Refer to Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement (Rear Window Wiper Arm Replacement).
7. Install the liftgate trim panel. Refer to Liftgate Trim Panel Replacement (Service and Repair).