Honda Element. Manual - part 812

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the washer fluid level switch (B). 

Fig. 13: Identifying Washer Fluid Level Switch 2P Connector Terminals 
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3. Remove the washer fluid level switch from the washer reservoir. 

4. Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals in each float position (C). 

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There should be continuity when the float is down.  

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There should be no continuity when the float is up.  

5. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.  

WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the nuts (A) and the windshield wiper arms (B). 

NOTE:

Fluid may flow out of the opening.

 

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Fig. 14: Identifying Nuts And Windshield Wiper Arms With Torque Specification 
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2. Remove the hood seal (A) and cowl covers (B). Remove and replace the clips 

Fig. 15: Identifying Hood Seal And Cowl Covers 
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3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the windshield wiper motor (B). 

 

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Fig. 16: Identifying Windshield Wiper Motor 
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4. Remove the mounting bolts and the wiper linkage assembly (C).  

5. Remove the two mounting bolts and nut from the wiper linkage (A) to remove the wiper motor (B). 

Fig. 17: Identifying Wiper Linkage And Wiper Motor Bolts And Nut With Torque Specifications 
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6. Align the "up triangle" mark on the wiper link (C) and the "down triangle" mark on the wiper motor to 

show the original arrangement.  

7. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: 

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Apply multipurpose grease to the moving parts.  

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Before reinstalling the wiper arms, turn the wiper switch ON, then OFF to return the wiper shafts to 
the park position. 

 

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If necessary, replace any damaged clips.  

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Make sure the wiper motor operates properly.  

REAR WINDOW WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the cover (A), mounting nut (B), rear window wiper arm (C), wiper shaft cap (D), nut (E), and 

washer (F). 

Fig. 18: Identifying Rear Window Wiper Arm, Wiper Shaft Cap, Nut And Washer 
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2. Open the tailgate and remove the tailgate lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 

TAILGATE AREA ).  

3. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the rear window wiper motor (B). 

Fig. 19: Identifying Rear Window Wiper Motor With Torque Specification 
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4. Remove the mounting bolts and the wiper motor. 

 

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