Rear windshield wiper replacement

Hi and welcome to 2CarPros.

If you are referring to the rear wiper motor, that is correct. The rear trim needs removed. First, here are the directions for replacing the wiper motor. Pictures 1-2 correlate with this process.

Rear Window
1. Remove the cap (A), mounting nut (B) and rear window wiper arm (C)
2. Open the tailgate and remove the tailgate lower trim panel.

3. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the rear window wiper motor (B).
4. Remove the mounting bolts and the wiper motor.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Here are the directions for removal of the liftgate trim. The remaining pictures correlate with these directions.

Trim Removal/Installation - Tailgate Area

Special Tools Required
KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
1. Remove the tailgate upper trim (A).
1. Detach the hooks (B) and tabs (C) from the left tailgate side trim (D) and right tailgate side trim (E).
2. Pull the tailgate upper trim back by hand to detach the clips, and release the hooks (F) on the high-mount brake light (G).

2. Remove the left tailgate side trim (A) and the right tailgate side trim (B).
1. Pull out the lop of the side trim to detach the clips.
2. Release the hooks (C) from the tailgate lower trim panel (D).

3. Remove the tailgate trim panel (A).
1. Pry out the lid (B), remove the screws (C), then remove the tailgate handle (D).
2. Release the clips (E).
3. Pull out the trim panel to detach the clips (F), and pull the trim panel up.
4. Disconnect the tailgate light connector (G).

4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check the clip(s) for damage or stress-whitened, and replace them with new one(s).
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly.
- Push the clips and hooks into place securely.

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That is what is required for motor replacement. If, however, you only need to replace the wiper arm, simply remove the plastic trim piece from where the arm mounts, remove the nut holding it on, and it will come off. You may need a wiper arm puller to separate the arm from the motor due to corrosion.

Let me know if this is what you needed or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Welcome back:

You are welcome, and I'm glad it's just the arm. Removing the interior trim is a pain. Just remove the plastic trim over the retaining nut, remove the nut, and you may need a puller to actually get it off. Most parts stores will lend or rent the small puller to remove it. Corrosion sometimes really makes them tight.

If you need anything, let me know.

Take care,
Joe