How to Remove Wiper Cowl Cover 88-98 GMC Sierra K1500
Difficulty: Beginner · About 3 min · Gmc Sierra K1500
Remove and reinstall the wiper cowl cover on a 1988–1998 GMC Sierra K1500, marking wiper positions and reconnecting the washer hose before testing the blades.
Tools you will need
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Phillips Head Screwdriver
- Painter's Tape
Steps
Mark and remove the wiper arms
Place tape at each blade's parked position on the windshield. Release the arm tabs and lift the arms from their pivots without letting them strike the glass.
Remove the cowl cover
Peel back the firewall weatherstrip and remove the cowl screws and corner panels. Lift the cover enough to disconnect the washer hose, then remove it.
Install the cowl cover
Reconnect the washer hose and position the cowl over its mounting points. Install the screws and corner panels, then press the weatherstrip fully into its channel.
Refit and test wipers
Align the wiper arms with the tape marks and press them onto the pivots. Remove the tape and test the wipers and washer spray.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.