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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 922 (WIPER SYSTEM AND WASHER SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

Install the wiper motor onto the vehicle with two screws while keeping the shaft centered in the tailgate hole.
Tighten

Tighten two screws to 6.5 N.m (57 lb in).
Connect the electrical connector to the controller.
Install the interior trim panel. Refer to the TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- END GATE or TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT -- LIFT GATE in Body Rear End.

Fig 1: Installing Wiper Motor Onto Vehicle With Two Screws
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the spacer and the nut onto the vehicle.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 8 N.m (70 lb in).
Install the wiper arm to the vehicle. Refer to WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT .

Fig 2: Installing Spacer & Nut Onto Vehicle
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.