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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2001HIGHLANDER 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMSWIPER SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Toyota Highlander 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Wiper Switch: Service and Repair
2001 Toyota Highlander 2WD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Service and Repair
WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER LWR
2. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN. UPR COVER
3. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Using a screwdriver, press the claw shown in the illustration to disengage it is meshing and remove the windshield wiper switch assembly.
NOTE: Pressing the claw hard breaks the claw.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN COVER LWR
2. REMOVE STEERING COLUMN. UPR COVER
3. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
a. Disconnect the connector.
b. Using a screwdriver, press the claw shown in the illustration to disengage it is meshing and remove the windshield wiper switch assembly.
NOTE: Pressing the claw hard breaks the claw.
HINT: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.