2008 Jeep Compass Wiper Motor, Windshield Wiper, Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir, Wiper Arm

Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir, Wiper Arm, Wiper Motor Installation and Repair Tips for 2008 Jeep Compass

• Q: How to Service and Repair a Wiper Motor Without Damaging the Plastic Drive Link Bushings on 2008 Jeep Compass?

  A: Prying and pushing the plastic bushings with an object to repair the front wiper motor is not allowed; instead, one should apply pressure to the metal components. The crank arm nut should not be removed. Install cooking motor and crank arm with screw tightened to 7.5 Nm. When the ignition has been cycled, reattach wiper arms and reconnect battery.
• Q: How to Remove the Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir on 2008 Jeep Compass?

  A: In order to remove the windshield washer reservoir, unscrew the negative battery cable and slide the coolant container aside. Empty the washer fluid into a clean container. Disconnect the hose of the wire harness and the washer hoses, loosen the screw connecting them, and draw the reservoir upwards, to dislodge it in the engine compartment.
• Q: How to Properly Install and Adjust a Rear Wiper Arm on 2008 Jeep Compass?

  A: Before installing the rear wiper arm make sure the motor is in park position. Adjust the wiper arm to the motor output shaft and to the rear window defogger grid. Tighten the arm with a nut to 9 Nm and test the wiper and adjust if necessary. Reinstall the plastic nut cap.