Wiper Mounting Arm and Pivot Shaft - Windshield

Wiper Mounting Arm and Pivot Shaft - Windshield

Removal and Installation

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the wiper pivot arm shaft splines, do not rotate the pivot arms into position manually.

NOTE: The windshield wiper pivot arms must be in the highest position on the windshield before they are removed in order for the wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft assembly to be removed from the vehicle.

1. Remove the cowl grille panel. For additional information, refer to Front End Body Panels Service and Repair.

2. Disconnect and position the hood light harness aside.

3. NOTICE: To prevent damage to the windshield glass and hood painted surfaces, make sure to protect the vehicle components using a shop towel or similar device when carrying out this step.

With the aid of an assistant, remove the hood struts.

- Using a suitable method, carefully support the hood in close proximity to the windshield glass.

4. Remove the mounting arm and pivot shaft assembly.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector and position the wiring harness aside.

2. Remove the bolts.

- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).





5. NOTE: If installing a new wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft assembly or windshield wiper motor, it will be necessary to temporarily connect the wiper motor electrical connector to operate the motor until the wiper motor crank has rotated approximately 180 degrees from the PARK position (as shipped).

To install, reverse the removal procedure.