how do I remove a 2005 acura mdx rear wiper motor?

2005 ACURA MDX
103,000 MILES
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JAGOSTA
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does the rear panel just pop off? I don't want to force anything
Jan 29, 2012 at 3:14 PM
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REAR WINDOW

1. Remove the tailgate trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  TAILGATE AREA ).
2. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the rear window wiper motor (B).

Fig. 17: Disconnecting 4P Connector From Rear Window Wiper Motor
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

3. Test the motor by connecting battery power to the wiper motor 4P connector No. 1 terminal and grounding the No. 3 terminal. The motor should run.
4. Connect an analog voltmeter between the No. 4 (+) and No. 2 ( ) terminals, and run the motor. The voltmeter should indicate 0 V and 4 V or more alternately.
5. If the voltmeter does not indicate as specified, replace the rear window wiper motor.

Jan 29, 2012 at 6:27 PM
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