Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 254

washer motor. The motor should run. 

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If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly, replace it.  

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If the motor runs smoothly, but little or no washer fluid is pumped, check for a disconnected or 
blocked washer hose, or a clogged washer motor outlet.  

WIPER MOTOR REPLACEMENT 

1. Open the hood. Remove the caps, nuts (A), and the windshield wiper arms (B). 

Fig. 15: Removing The Caps, Nuts, And The Windshield Wiper Arms 

2. Remove the hood seals (C) and cowl covers (D).  

3. Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the wiper motor. 

 

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Fig. 16: Removing The Wiper Linkage Assembly 

4. Remove the four bolts (B) and wiper linkage assembly (C).  

5. Scribe a line (A) across the link and windshield wiper linkage to show the original adjutment. Separate 

the windshield wiper linkage (B) from the wiper motor (C). 

 

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Fig. 17: Separating The Windshield Wiper Linkage From The Wiper Motor 

6. Install in the reverse order to 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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Check the wiper motor operation.  

WASHER RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove the right inner fender (see FRONT INNER FENDER REPLACEMENT ).  

 

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2. Disconnect the washer tube (A) and washer motor 2P connector (B). 

Fig. 18: Disconnecting The Washer Tube And Washer Motor 2P Connector 

3. Remove the three bolts (A), then remove the washer reservoir (B). 

 

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