Solution + verification: Rear wiper motor dead

[Weborific]

Hi! I had a problem I see is common. My rear wiper turned VERY slowly one day and didn't work at all the next. Dealer wanted $300 plus taxes for a new motor. The motor would not have helped since (as it turned out) my shaft was seized. Taking things apart to inspect the motor wasn't a problem. Putting things back WAS. I decided to take everything apart, take some pics and write a guide to help anybody with the same problem. HOPE IT HELPS!! Just download the Word document. GOOD LUCK!

PS: I will also post this in the HOW-TO section. But I see many people look here first (as do I).

Also, this really isn't specific to the P5. Anybody can test their wiper motor this way....

 

[Weborific]

Um... I don't have permission to post this to the HOW-TO section. I'd rather have this thread in BOTH of these forums if possible. Thanks.

 

[TheMAN]

you realize it would've been a lot easier to fold the back seats down (so you can get in/out), then close the hatch once you got the trim panel removed to mess with the motor right?

 

[Weborific]

Not really an option due to all the winter crap I've got in my trunk plus all the tools and tiny screws. Not to mention a lack of light with the hatch door closed... But yeah, I guess it's possible.

 

[chaztor]

just what I was looking for. Thanks.

*update* I converted this to a PDF document, let me know if you want a copy.