Wiper Motor Replacement

2008 Acura TSX AutomaticSECTION Wiper Motor Replacement
  1. Open the hood. Remove the caps, nuts (A), and the windshield wiper arms (B).
    Fig 1: Windshield Wiper Arms, Caps, Nuts, Hood Seals And Cowl Covers w/Torque Specifications
    G05492935Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Remove the hood seals (C) and cowl covers (D).
  3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the wiper motor.
    Fig 2: Wiper Motor 5P Connector Terminal With Bolts w/Torque Specifications
    G05492936Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Remove the four bolts (B) and wiper linkage assembly (C).
  5. Scribe a line (A) across the link and windshield wiper linkage to show the original adjustment. Separate the windshield wiper linkage (B) from the wiper motor (C).
    Fig 3: Separating Windshield Wiper Linkage From Wiper Motor w/Torque Specifications
    G05492937Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install in the reverse order to removal, and note these items:
    • Apply multipurpose grease to the moving parts.
    • Before reinstalling the wiper arms, turn the wiper switch ON, then OFF to return the wiper shafts to the park position.
    • If necessary, replace any damaged clips.
    • Check the wiper motor operation.
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