Intrepid V6-2.7L VIN R (2003)
Wiper Motor Linkage: Service and Repair
Wiper Link Arms
REMOVAL
There a two serviceable link assemblies in the wiper module. The Master Link connects the motor output crank to the drivers side pivot. The Slave
link connects the driver side pivot to the passenger side pivot. To service these links, remove the wiper module from the vehicle.
The wiper module mounting grommets can be serviced anytime the module is removed from the vehicle. Replace module mounting grommets if they
are broken, cracked, deteriorated, or defective.
1. Open hood and disconnect the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
2. Remove wiper module from vehicle. Refer to Electrical, Wipers and Washers, Wiper Module REMOVAL.
3. Disconnect wiper module slave link from pivot levers by carefully using a ball and socket wedge. Do not damage ball and socket or seal when
using wedge.
4. Disconnect wiper module master link from pivot lever and motor crank by carefully using a ball and socket wedge. Do not damage ball and socket
or seal when using wedge.
5. Remove module linkage mounting grommets.
NOTE: Grommet eyelet may need to be removed from rubber isolator on rear inboard and forward outboard mounting grommets only during
disassembly.
6. Remove "U" nut from body (if necessary).
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Grommet eyelet may have been removed from rubber isolator on rear inboard and forward outboard mounting grommets during disassembly.
Install if removed.
1. Install "U" nut to body (if necessary).
2. Install the module linkage mounting grommets.
NOTE: When assembling master link or slave link to module frame, use channel locks wrapped in cloth to prevent damage to ball and socket
joint. Apply light pressure to assemble socket to ball.
3. Connect the wiper module master link to the pivot lever and motor crank by carefully snapping together. Do not damage ball and socket or seal.
4. Connect wiper module slave link to pivot levers by carefully snapping together. Do not damage ball and socket or seal.
5. Install the wiper module into the vehicle. Refer to Electrical, Wipers and Washers, Wiper Module INSTALLATION.
6. Connect the negative battery cable remote terminal to the remote battery post.
