Kia Sorento XM 2011-2023 Repair Manual

Installation of Front Wiper Motor

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8steps
~48min
3/5difficulty
0102030405017.613N·mlb·ft
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  1. Install the wiper motor.
  2. Install the crank.

    Torque: 12.7–17.6 N·m

  3. Install the lower and upper links to the wiper motor crank.
  4. Install the wiper motor and linkage assembly, then connect the wiper motor connector.

    Torque: 7–11 N·m

  5. Install the hood upper cover.
  6. Install the windshield wiper arm and blade.

    Torque: 22.5~26 N·m

  7. Install the wiper arm and blade to the specified position.
    Specified
    Position
    A B
    Distance
    [in (mm)]
    1,37 ± 0,2
    (25±5)
    1,17±0,2
    (30±5)

  8. Install the upper cowl cover to the specified spray position.
    Specified
    Position
    Distance (b) Distance (mm)
    A 18.2 463,0
    B 0,9 24,0
    C 23,5 598,0
    D 23,4 595,0
    E 3.2 82,0
    F 8,7 223,0
    G 17.1 436,5
    H 23,8 606.0

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