Lincoln Nautilus: Wipers and Washers / Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm. Removal and Installation
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Remove windshield wiper pivot arm nut covers.
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Remove windshield wiper pivot arm nuts.
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NOTE:
LH shown, RH similar.
Remove the wiper pivot arm(s).
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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NOTE:
The hood is removed in this step for clarity.
Install the wiper pivot arm(s).
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Align the wiper blade(s) within the marks on the windshield.
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Install the wiper pivot arm nut(s).
Torque:
22 lb.ft (30 Nm)
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Install the windshield wiper pivot arm nut covers.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the wiper linkage assembly.
Refer to: Wiper Linkage Assembly (501-16 Wipers and Washers, Removal and Installation)...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE:
Hood removed in this procedure for clarity.
Remove the cowl panel grille...
Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
The evaporator temperature sensor is available only as part of the climate control housing.
Remove the climate control housing.
Refer to: Climate Control Housing (412-00)
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Installation
Transfer the components from the old housing to the new housing as needed...
Disconnect
NOTICE:
Removing the negative battery ground cable at the LH
strut tower will not disable the vehicle's electrical system. Failure
to disconnect the battery cable from the battery post may cause
component damage.
NOTE:
When the battery is disconnected and connected, some
abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its
adaptive strategy...