How to Replace Rear Windshield Wiper Motor 02-07 Jeep Liberty
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 40 min · Jeep Liberty
Replace the rear-window wiper motor on a 2002–2007 Jeep Liberty by removing the liftgate trim and releasing the motor linkage and wiring.
Tools you will need
- 13 mm wrench
- Adjustable wrench
- Flat blade screwdriver
- 10 mm socket and ratchet
- Pliers
Parts and supplies
- Rear wiper motor
- Motor gasket if damaged
Steps
Remove the liftgate trim
Switch off the ignition and carefully release the interior liftgate panel clips. Lift the panel away, retrieve any clips left in the tailgate, and peel back the water barrier without tearing it.
Remove the wiper arm and motor
Lift the arm nut cover, remove its retaining nut, and pull the arm from the shaft. Remove the motor cap and mounting hardware, unplug the wiring, and lift the motor and gasket away.
Install the replacement motor
Position the replacement motor with its gasket seated flat. Secure the motor to the liftgate, reconnect the harness, refit the cap, and attach the wiper arm in its original parked position.
Restore the water barrier and trim
Press the water shield back into place so it seals around the opening. Align the liftgate panel and press its clips into their mounts without trapping the wiring.
Test the rear wiper
Turn on the ignition and operate the rear wiper and washer briefly. Confirm the arm parks correctly and the motor does not bind before driving in wet conditions.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.