Ford Escape: Wipers and Washers / Removal and Installation - Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
NOTE:
LH (left-hand) side shown, RH (right-hand) side similar.
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Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm nut cover.
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Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm nut.
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Remove the windshield wiper pivot arm.
Use the General Equipment: Two Leg Puller
Installation
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Verify the windshield wiper motor is in the PARK position.
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Turn the ignition ON.
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Pull the switch down to cycle the windshield wiper motor.
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Turn the ignition OFF.
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Align the wiper blade with the marks on the windshield.
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Install the wiper pivot arm nut.
Torque:
18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Install the windshield wiper pivot arm nut cover.
Removal
Remove the wiper linkage assembly.
Refer to: Wiper Linkage Assembly (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation).
Detach the windshield wiper link from the windshield wiper motor crank and position aside...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Tips for use of the kit
To ensure safe operation of the kit:
Before operating the kit, make sure
your vehicle is safely off the road and
away from moving traffic.
Do not remove any foreign objects,
such as nails or screws, from the tire.
Do not allow the compressor to
operate continuously for more than 15
minutes...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the RH loadspace trim panel.
Refer to: Loadspace Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
Disconnect the electrical connector, separate the wiring guide, remove the bolts and the subwoofer speaker...