Ford Explorer: Wipers and Washers / Removal and Installation - Wiper Linkage Assembly

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Body and Paint / Body and Paint / Wipers and Washers / Removal and Installation - Wiper Linkage Assembly

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: The hood is removed in this procedure for clarity.

Remove the cowl panel grille.
Refer to: Cowl Panel Grille (501-02 Front End Body Panels, Removal and Installation).

Disconnect the windshield wiper motor electrical connector.

Remove the wiper linkage assembly retainers and the wiper linkage assembly.
Torque: 62 lb.in (7 Nm)

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Removal and Installation - Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm

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Roof Opening Panel

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Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Removal and Installation - Heater Core

Removal NOTE: If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. Remove the climate control housing. Refer to: Climate Control Housing (412-00 Climate Control System - General Information, Removal and Installation)...

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual: Description and Operation - Four-Wheel Drive Systems - System Operation and Component Description

System Operation Principles of Operation The 4WD system is active all the time and requires no input from the driver. The 4WD system continuously monitors vehicle conditions and automatically applies torque to the front wheels when conditions or a drive mode selection commands it...