Removal Procedure
- NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to remove the push-in retainers (1) from both air inlet grille panel extensions (2).
- Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [4x]
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- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Air Inlet Grille Panel Extension - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
- NOTE:
- Left side shown, right side similar.
- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Using the appropriate trim tool, remove the windshield wiper arm finish caps (1) from the windshield wiper arms (3).
- Windshield Wiper Arm Nut - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
- Use the J - 39822 Wiper Arm Puller to remove both wiper arms (3) from the wiper motor pivot shafts.
Front Compartment Sight Shield Retainer (1) - Release [6x]
- Front Compartment Rear Access Cover (2) - Remove
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Left side shown, right side similar.
Front Compartment Side Sight Shield Retainer - Left Side and Right Side (1) - Release [20x]
- Front Compartment Side Sight Shield - Left Side and Right Side (2) - Remove [2x]
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Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to remove the push-in retainers (1) from left side air inlet grille panel (2).
- Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [2x]
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Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Air Inlet Grille Panel - Left Side (2) - Remove
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Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Use a flat-bladed plastic tool to remove the push-in retainers (1) from right side air inlet grille panel (2).
- Air Inlet Grille Panel Retainer (1) - Remove [4x]
- Windshield Washer Nozzle Hose @ Windshield Washer Nozzle Extension Hose - Disconnect
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Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Air Inlet Grille Panel - Right Side (2) - Remove
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Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Reposition windshield wiper park position heater harness by disconnecting foil connector and removing harness retainer from the windshield wiper system module shield (1).
- Windshield Wiper System Module Shield (1) - Remove
- Check the 12 volt battery voltage with a digital multimeter before disconnecting any battery cables leads. If the voltage is 13.5 volts or above, the Battery Maintenance Mode is active. The technician must wait for the T18 battery charger to deactivate before disconnecting the battery negative cable. Charging System Description and Operation
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
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- Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
- Note the location and routing of the windshield wiper system module wiring harness prior to removal to ensure proper installation. Typical wiring harness shown. Individual wiring harnesses may differ based on option content.
Disconnect the electrical connector and reposition the wiring harness as necessary.
- Windshield Wiper System Module Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
- Windshield Wiper System Module (2) - Remove
Always ensure the Battery Maintenance Mode is inactive before disconnecting the low voltage 12 volt battery (or batteries). This mode can be active with the ignition off, regardless of whether the vehicle charging cord is plugged in or not. When this mode is active, the on-board high voltage battery charger (s) will energize the 12 volt battery cables and charge the 12 volt battery (or batteries). Disconnecting any battery cables while this mode is active may result in an electrical shock or a burn from hot battery cable leads.
To prevent erroneous DTC's, disconnect the battery negative cable before disconnecting the windshield wiper motor electrical connector.