Windshield Wiper Motor Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki Verona. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Dissimilar metals in direct contact with each other may corrode rapidly. Make sure to use the correct fasteners to prevent premature corrosion.

Install the wiper motor with the bolts.
Tighten:

Tighten the wiper motor bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb-in.).
Connect the electrical connector.

Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Motor With Bolts
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Press the wiper arm linkage onto the motor drive shaft.
Install the wiper arm linkage to the motor drive shaft with the washer and the nut.
Tighten:

Tighten the wiper arm linkage nut to 15 N.m (11 lb-ft).
Install the left side portion of the cowl vent grille with the screws.
Tighten:

Tighten the cowl vent grille screws to 2.5 N.m (22 lb-in.).
Connect the negative battery cable.

Fig 2: Identifying Left Side Portion Of Cowl Vent Grille & Screws
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