OEM 2005 Scion xB Wiper Motor

2005 Scion xB Wiper Motor Parts Q&A

• Q: How to replace the windshield wiper motor on 2005 Scion xB?

  A: You can start replacing the windshield wiper motor by removing the windshield wiper arm cover and following it with disassembly of front wiper arm and blade assemblies from both right and left sides. The 5 clips that secure the hood to cowl top seal should be detached by using a clip remover tool. Begin with the cowl top ventilator louver RH by disconnection of 5 claws then removal of 4 clips and repeat this procedure on the cowl top ventilator louver LH. Follow the connector disconnection step by removing the three bolts to extract the windshield wiper motor assembly with its link. To replace the windshield wiper motor assembly you must disconnect the 2 rods at the crank arm pivot through screwdriver usage while taping the screwdriver tip to protect components followed by removing the 3 bolts. Attaching the new windshield wiper motor assembly requires 3 bolts with torque set to 5.4 Nm (55 kgf.cm, 47 in.lbf) and crank arm pivot needs applications of MP grease before reattaching the 2 rods. Proceed to install the windshield wiper motor and link assembly with the 3 bolts then torque them to 5.4 Nm (55 kgf.cm, 47 in.lbf) before reattaching the connection. The installation process for the front wiper arm and blade assembly LH requires operating the wiper until the motor stops in automatic stop position and scraping the serration part. Subsequently clean the wiper pivot serration before installing the assembly with nut torqued to 20 Nm (205 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf) at an installation position mark of 25 to 40 mm (0.98 to 1.57 in.). The wiper operation must begin while you pass water or washer fluid through the window to evaluate wiping performance. Perform the same scraping then cleaning then installation operation on the front wiper arm and blade assembly on the right-hand side. Torque the nut to 20 Nm (205 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf) when positioned between 29 to 44 mm (1.14 to 1.73 in.).