Ford Ecosport: Wipers and Washers / Removal and Installation - Wiper Linkage Assembly
Removal
NOTICE:
Make sure that the wiper motor is in the park position.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the cowl panel.
Refer to: Cowl Panel (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).
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Disconnect the windshield wiper motor electrical connector.
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Remove the bolts and the wiper linkage and motor as an assembly.
Torque:
53 lb.in (6 Nm)
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Before installing the wiper arms, turn the ignition
ON and then switch the wipers to LOW and then OFF to assure the wiper
spindles are in the PARK position.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Two Leg Puller
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details...
Other information:
Preliminary Inspection
Visually inspect the housing, seals, and pinion flange for obvious signs of mechanical damage.
If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is
found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next
step
If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and REFER to Symptom Chart: NVH .
Sympto..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Locking Pliers
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
During the removal or installation of components, cap, tape
or otherwise appropriately protect all openings and tubes/fittings to
prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove caps, tape
and other protective m..