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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 218 (WIPER/WASHER SYSTEM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONWIPER MOTOR (FRONT)REMOVAL
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard

Wiper Motor (Front): Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus IS 300 and 2002 Lexus IS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  1. Using a screwdriver, remove the wiper arm head covers. See Fig 1. Remove the 2 nuts and 2 wiper arms.
  2. Remove the hood to cowl top seal.
    3. NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  3. Remove the cowl top ventilator louver by removing the 2 clips and then use a screwdriver, to remove it.
  4. Remove the wiper link assembly by disconnecting connector and the 3 bolts.
    5. NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  5. Remove the wiper motor. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the wiper link from the motor. See Fig 2. Remove the nut. See Fig 3. Place the matchmarks on the wiper link and motor. Remove the 3 screws and wiper motor from the wiper link.
    6. NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
  6. Remove the washer nozzle. Remove the hood insulator. Disconnect the washer hose. Using a screwdriver, remove the washer nozzle. See Fig 4.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Wiper Components
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