Volvo Repair: installation of rear wiper motor, volvo 850 wagon, rear windshield


Question
Is there anywhere on the web I can get step by step instructions as to how to install without having to purchase a manual?
Any advice would help. Thanks!


1995 volvo 850 wagon

Answer
Hello,
unfortunately I do not know a special site for this purpose, and I think there is no site like this, but I recommend you to check "howstuffworks.com" automotive section. Also, I put info for you for this purpose, I hope it is helpful for you.
GoodLuck...

Replacing rear wiper unit and motor
Note! Reinstall the special suppression kit if installed.

Removing
Removing wiper arm
Ignition off.
Remove:
-nut, unscrew a few turns to protect the thread on the wiper mechanism spindle.
-wiper arm from wiper arm mechanism by supporting a pipe wrench on the nut and pressing off the arm.
Remove wiper arm.


Removing wiper unit
Remove:
-tailgate panel
-wiper unit nuts.
-disconnect wiper unit connector.
-wiper unit.
-nut on wiper motor spindle to wiper mechanism.
-wiper motor screws.
-wiper motor from wiper unit.

Installing
Installing wiper unit
Connect 12 V to the wiper motor to ensure that the wiper motor goes to its parked position.
Install:
-wiper motor on wiper unit.
-wiper motor screws.
-nut on wiper motor spindle to wiper mechanism.
-wiper unit on tailgate.
Connect connector to wiper unit.
-nuts to wiper unit, tighten to 10 Nm (7.4 ft.lbs).
-tailgate panel

Installing wiper arm
Install:
-wiper arm
-nut loosely.
Adjust so that the wiper arm is parallel with the lower edge of the rear windshield.
Tighten nut to 16 Nm. (11.8 ft.lbs)
*Test wiper motor function.

Regards//Vedat...