OEM 2005 Toyota Highlander Wiper Motor

2005 Toyota Highlander Wiper Motor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the rear wiper motor assembly on 2005 Toyota Highlander?

  A: The rear wiper motor assembly replacement procedure starts with taking off the rear wiper arm cover before removing the nut and wiper arm and blade assembly. The next step requires removing the rear wiper motor grommet followed by assist strap hole cover and assist strap assembly RH and finally back door trim panel assembly. Detach the connector before unfastening three bolts to extract the rear wiper motor assembly. Install the rear wiper motor assembly by placing it correctly with its three bolts secured to 5.5 N.m torque (56 kgf.cm / 48 in.lbf) and reconnect the connector. Mount the rear wiper motor grommet so that its position mark points upwards. User should stop the rear wiper motor assembly at its automatic stop location before filing the serration off the wiper arm with a round file. They must follow by cleaning the rear wiper pivot serration with a wire brush. Place the rear wiper arm along with its blade assembly into proper position and fasten it with the nut during which torque application should reach 5.5 N.m (56 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf) with hand control of the arm hinge. The process concludes with placement of the rear wiper arm cover together with visual inspection of the wiping motion during water or fluid washing. Confirm that the wiper clears the window without body contact when operating the wiper.