Front Wiper Motor and Link: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Outback and 2012 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Connect the ground cable to battery.
To check whether the motor is at the automatic stop position, connect the harness to the motor and switch the wiper switch to ON/OFF.
Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Install the wiper motor assembly.
CAUTION: Tighten the nuts so that the rod (A) and link plate (B) align.

Fig 1: Locating Wiper Motor Assembly Nuts
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Fig 2: Identifying Proper And Improper Position Of Rod And Link Plate
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Tightening torque:

Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". Refer to FRONT WIPER .
Install the wiper link assembly and cowl panel in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque:

Refer to "COMPONENT" of "General Description". Refer to FRONT WIPER .