OEM 2006 Toyota Matrix Wiper Motor

2006 Toyota Matrix Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the windshield wiper motor assembly on 2006 Toyota Matrix?

  A: The process to change the windshield wiper motor assembly requires first removing the windshield wiper arm cover then stopping the motor at automatic stop before taking off the front wiper arm & blade assembly RH along with its nut. The replacement process begins with disassembling the assembly by disconnecting the nut from the front wiper arm & blade assembly LH. A clip remover allows you to release eight clips which enables removal of the hood to cowl top seal. The procedure calls for removing the cowl top ventilator louver RH by first removing its clip and opening five claws before performing the same steps on the cowl top ventilator louver LH. Unplug the connector while unscrewing both bolts which enables you to take out the windshield wiper motor & link assembly for smooth insertion into the passenger side until the rubber pin disengages. The windshield wiper motor assembly requires a screwdriver to disengage its 2 rods at the crank arm pivot followed by torx socket wrench removal of the 2 torx bolts. To install the new windshield wiper motor assembly users should implement MP grease onto the crank arm pivot and secure it with 2 bolts at 7.5 N.m (76 kgf.cm, 66 in.lbf) torque. Hook the windshield wiper motor and link assembly with the pin temporarily while securing it with 2 bolts that require 5.5 N.m (56 kgf.cm, 49 in.lbf) torque and connecting the connector. A wire brush should clean the wiper serrations and pivot serrations before installing the nut to the front wiper arm & blade assembly LH while torquing it to 21 N.m (214 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf) and supporting the arm hinge during fastening. To finish the installation the front wiper arm & blade assembly RH requires cleaning then installation then torqueing to 21 N.m (214 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf) before performing a wiper function check with fluid spray to verify full operation and body clearance.