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2008 Acura MDX

Wiper Motor Replacement

2008 Acura MDXSECTION Wiper Motor Replacement
  1. Open the hood. Remove the caps, nuts (A), and the windshield wiper arms (B).
    Fig 1: Windshield Wiper Arms And Caps, Nuts With Torque Specification
    G05488087Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Remove the cowl covers (see COWL COVER REPLACEMENT ).
  3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the wiper motor.
    Fig 2: Wiper Motor And 5P Connector With Torque Specification
    G05488088Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the three bolts (B) and the wiper linkage assembly (C).
  5. Make sure the mark of the link to show the original adjustment. Separate the windshield wiper linkage (B) from the wiper motor (C).
    Fig 3: Windshield Wiper Linkage From Wiper Motor With Torque Specification
    G05488089Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Align the marks of the link and the linkage to install the linkage with the original adjustment.
    • Apply multipurpose grease to the moving parts.
    • Before installing the wiper arms, turn the wiper switch ON, then OFF to return the shafts to the park position.
    • If necessary, replace any damaged clips.
  7. After installation, adjust the wiper arms (see WIPER ARM/NOZZLE ADJUSTMENT  ).
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