Ford Explorer: Wipers and Washers / Removal and Installation - Rear Window Wiper Pivot Arm
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Removal
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Open the wiper pivot arm nut cover.
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Remove the wiper pivot arm nut.
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Remove the wiper pivot arm.
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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Operate the switch ON then OFF to cycle the rear windshield wiper motor.
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Turn the ignition OFF.
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Install the wiper pivot arm.
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Align the wiper blade on the 2nd defroster grid line.
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Install the wiper pivot arm nut.
Torque:
106 lb.in (12 Nm)
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Close the wiper pivot arm nut cover.
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the rear window wiper pivot arm.
Refer to: Rear Window Wiper Pivot Arm (501-16 Wipers and Washers,..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Suction Gun
Fluid Container
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with BitterantZC-32-B2
WSS-M..
Other information:
Removal
NOTICE:
The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the
smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake
system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to
do so may result in damage to the turbocharger...
Charging
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
300 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...
Categories
WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child restraint. Never
place a rear-facing child restraint in front of an active airbag. If you must use
a forward-facing child restraint in the front seat, move the seat upon which the
child restraint is installed all the way back.

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