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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 770 (WIPERS/WASHERS)WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENTREAR WINDOW

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Rear Window

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Rear Window

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NOTE: Be careful not to scratch or damage the hatch.

Remove the cap (A), the mounting nut (B), the wiper arm (C), and the special nut (D).

Fig 1: Cap, Mounting Nut, Wiper Arm And Special Nut With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Open the hatch, and remove the hatch lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HATCH AREAS ).
Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the rear window wiper motor (B).

Fig 2: 4P Connector And Rear Window Wiper Motor With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the three bolts and the rear window wiper motor.
Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Grease the moving parts.
- Before reinstalling the wiper arm, connect the 4P connector to the wiper motor and turn the rear window wiper switch ON then OFF to return the wiper shaft to the park position.
- Check the wiper motor operation.

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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.