How to Replace Rear Wiper Motor 00-14 Chevrolet Suburban
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 75 min · Chevrolet Suburban
Replace the rear wiper motor on a 2000–2014 Chevrolet Suburban, preserving the tailgate trim clips and reconnecting the washer hose and switch wiring.
Tools you will need
- 13mm Socket
- Socket Extensions
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- T30 Driver
- Channel-Lock Pliers
- 10mm Wrench
- Ratchet
- Needle nose pliers
- Trim Tool Set
Parts and supplies
- Rear windshield wiper motor
Steps
Disable and remove the tailgate trim
Disable the power liftgate, open the rear hatch, and remove the trim fastener. Release the upper and lower panel clips in the required glass and hatch positions, then unplug the tailgate switch.
Remove the wiper arm
Remove the motor cover and arm nut. Use a wiper-arm puller to release the arm from its splined shaft, then disconnect the washer-fluid hose.
Remove the old wiper motor
Unplug the motor connector and remove its mounting fasteners while holding the opposite side as needed. Release the harness retainers and lift the motor from the hatch.
Install the replacement motor
Position the new motor and secure its fasteners. Reconnect the electrical plug and route the wiring through its retainers so it cannot interfere with the hatch mechanism.
Reconnect the arm and washer hose
Fit the wiper arm to its shaft in the parked position and tighten its nut to specification. Reconnect the washer hose and test both the wiper and washer before refitting trim.
Reinstall the tailgate trim
Reconnect the switch harness, align the trim panels, and press each clip into place. Reinstall the trim screw and glass-latch clips, then cycle the hatch and wiper to verify operation.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.