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Wiper Motor Replacement: Windshield: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, and 2009 Honda Fit. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Before installing the motor, connect the 5P connector to the wiper motor, and turn the wiper/washer switch ON to LO or HI position, then OFF to return the motor shaft to the park position.
    NOTE:
    • Do not use the wiper/washer switch INT position in this step.
    • Apply multipurpose grease to the moving parts.
  2. Install the wiper motor to the wiper linkage assembly in the reverse order of removal.
  3. Install the linkage to the wiper motor shaft, then align the mark (A) of the linkage and the mark (B) of the wiper linkage assembly.
    NOTE: The linkage should be installed at the angle specified below.
    Fig 1: Identifying Mark Of Wiper Linkage Assembly
    G00509560Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. After installation, adjust the wiper arms (see WIPER ARM/NOZZLE ADJUSTMENT  ).