Part 2/2: 2001-2007 Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country front wiper motor

[@oldmillennial6872]

I cannot find my original comment from many months ago but I'd like to update my situation. I thought I had a parking switch bad in the motor. I replaced it but still had the same issues. I replaced the switch on the steering column and it didn't help. I just dealt with the wipers not parking, and not having intermittent abilities. I eventually found out that mice have been chewing through the wires under the fuse box. M7 insurance paid to have the wiring fixed, and wouldn't you know... the wipers worked as they should have. So the lesson here is that if all else fails, you might want to examine all your wiring in case there is rodent damage! Again, great video. Thank you for your help!

[@Thejdmerk]

This guy is awesome. Wondered how to take these wiper arms off without the puller. Then he showed the rest of the job in a simple to follow way. Thanks so much!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Jd Merk I appreciate the comment. Thanks for both finding and for watching the video. Don't forget to subscribe

[@raysoucie489]

I have replaced many Wiper motors but,never on a Town & Country--- I watched both(Part 1 & Part 2) of your videos--- THANKS !!!

[@mp40jager]

Just finished replacing my wiper motor and linkage, video helped a lot. I have the 4 cylinder caravan. Only two supports and 4 screws in the plastic. I could not get the wiper arms off by tapping or pounding, I bought a 3 arm puller for $20 and they just popped right off, a 2 arm would have been better because of the plastic. All works now.

[@TomWylie]

Thank you! This series was just what I needed to get our '05 grand caravan back on the road quickly today :) passenger side wiper went limp after I tried to use the wipers, not knowing they were frozen. Turns out both arms were loose on the pivots, so they were in the process of stripping out the splines. Trying to use them while frozen just knocked out whatever was left of the passenger side splines. Thankfully because pivot shafts are tapered, I was able to just position the arm back where it belongs and tighten the nut down nice & snug. Working great now! Thanks again :)

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome Tom. Glad that it didnt require any parts to get working again. Appreciate you finding the channel and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and share the videos with others.

[@DianeMcdowell-s3r]

Thank you so much for this video. I'm new to this mechanics thing, and sometimes don't understand what the videos are telling me. But you were clear and precise. Making this job easier.

[@adamjones307]

Thanks for the video this saved me labor costs and made me the big man hero

[@donaldcreighton8372]

Thanks again for this series it helped.It was linkage,that only comes with new motor assembly. You made it easier with video. Keep up the great work.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Many thanks for the kind words. Glad that the video helped. Just take your time and you shouldnt have any issues. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos.

[@mumsrfun]

At about 1:13 you started to use a power tool with extended arms to remove the inner bolts of the basket. What's that tool please?

[@amandan5358]

My wipers made a funny noise, slowed down, then quit in the middle of a downpour in St Louis traffic. I'm thinking it's the wiper motor. Your video makes it seem so easy, but I don't have time to do it myself. How many hours do you think it would take a mechanic to fix this? I know the rate is different everywhere you go, but hours should be about the same right?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Morning Amanda. The labor hours show to be 1.5 hrs so I would think around $100-$150 in labor plus the needed parts. Thanks for asking and for watching the video. Make sure to subscribe.

[@MommaBearsCorner]

@@MotorCityMechanic thanks for info and sharing! so appreciate. i hate dealerships so much its not funny LOL making every part so complicated and costly. love your videos! always watch cause i have 2000 disability Chrysler i have to keep. it only has 95k miles. hate it has age though. can be a problem. runs great, but lots of little things getting older like this which went bad last week. we going to try to put it on first. hoping we can do it with your video.

[@stephendoing2253]

Awsome how to! My 06's wipers are jacked up

[@jazzfusionbop]

You’re wicked thorough, Sir. Thanks much.

[@watchingyoutube1722]

My wipers do not return home after I turn them off. They stay right where they are when I turn the switch off. I've read that the "park switch" is most likely to blame, but I have also read that the switch is located in the wiper motor. Will replacing the wiper motor fix this problem?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your correct, the park switch is located on the wiper motor. There is a very good chance it could be your issue.

[@watchingyoutube1722]

MotorCity Mechanic, I have an Amazon account so I'll use your link to look for the part. Thank you for your service here.

[@watchingyoutube1722]

MotorCity Mechanic I've used your link to order the wiper motor from Amazon. Unfortunately, there aren't any for sale. Just rear motor. I've looked around locally but no luck. Any ideas other than a junk yard?

[@watchingyoutube1722]

MotorCity Mechanic Well. I finally replaced the window motor. This did not fix my problem. I took the multifuncion switch off and cleaned a lot of grease off the contacts but this did not work either. I ordered a new multifunction switch to see if it's bad. Will update after I replace it. Also: I can no longer return the wiper motor I bought because Advanced Auto will not accept opened and installed parts. This is their policy so I took an $80 loss on a motor I did not need. This isn't Advanced Auto's fault. It is mine for not trouble shooting well. I'm saying this so anybody doing this project can save a few bucks by doing proper troubleshooting and not purchasing something and not being able to return it.

[@marcusdarnell3348]

Great video! Can this procedure on a 2013 dodge avenger

[@MotorCityMechanic]

some of the info will apply but its a completely different vehicle so there will be some differences for sure.

[@roxietanner9655]

Thank you so so much I enjoy your video I have a 2005 Dodge Caravan the driver side windshield wiper doesn't work but the passenger windshield wiper work do I have to change the whole thing

[@fordcobraone]

Thank you for your time!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+fordcobraone Your very much welcome. Thanks for watching

[@nopay2shop]

I am looking for a video showing how to replace the bushings in the linkages (99 dodge caravan). Mostly I want to compare the bushings from Autozone with those in the video as I am not sure they are the correct ones. They don't look the ones on mine, what's left of them anyway.

[@pci7205]

Thank you very much! Excellent video and you're a great tech! - Geno

[@MrAtrain98]

My driver side wiper works fine. No noise. The passenger side works once in a while. Do you think it's the wiper motor? If so, how much would something like that cost to have done at the shop? ballpark?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+MrAtrain98 Afternoon, the front wipers work off of one motor....if there is an issue with one side then the linkage has an issue or the wiper arm on that side has a loose nut attaching it to wiper linkage. I would try grabbing the side that doesn't work and see if it moves independent of the other. You can take the plastic cover off of the arm where the nut is and try to tighten it....make sure the arm is in the correct location when you do this so that they are set up correctly and don't hit each other when operating. Let me know what you find. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.

[@williamhudson1444]

On my 2007 Grand Caravan it has two separate wire plugs, and I can't find a replacement assembly that has the two plugs. Any suggestions

[@jeffwagley851]

My wipers won't turn off. Even with the key out. Would that be a motor issue or relays?

[@elsie1285]

great job. I have a 2006 gran cara van 3.8 but i need to know if its a motor problem my wiper continue to wipe on even when the car is off. do you know what it could be? i change the signal shifter stick an that was not the problem. I removed the fuse is the only way to stop it

[@chadhutson6172]

Very informative my guy. Thank you. I just became a subscriber

[@davecooper360]

Great video! Cool trick getting the wiper arms off by keeping the nut on there and tapping with a hammer while pulling up on the wiper arm. I thought you could only do it with a puller. I took that whole assembly out the other day on my van ('01 Town & Country) cause I wanted to change valve cover gaskets. I lucked out cause the wipers still worked perfectly when I got it all back together. Although I did mark their position with a sharpie before I initially removed them. Your videos are excellent! Keep up the great work! Cheers!

[@MotorCityMechanic]

davecooper360 Thanks for the kind words. Glad to see everything worked out. The key is to make sure to turn the wipers on and then off before installing the wiper arms incase the linkage moved during removal. I need to replace the valve cover gaskets and lower intake gaskets when I get time on my wifes van as well......just not feeling it right now haha. Make sure to subscribe and help spread the word by sharing these videos with others. Thanks again for watching and taking the time to comment

[@tallakff7349]

How do I trouble shoot to know if I need to replace the motor? Could something else be wrong?

[@ferdieserrano7538]

Hi, if I'm about to change the O2 sensor, up until which part should I remove? Coz I find thet work area too low. Thanks T&C 03

[@blanchehood9267]

You were so helpful. Thank you

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your welcome. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe.

[@jeffreypressey8471]

HI MotorCity Mechanic, can you provide a parts number for this motor? Mine is exactly like the one you replaced in this video, yet all the parts shops in my area only seem to carry one that has a different electrical hookup and is incompatible with my vehicle. Its super frustrating- they all cheerfully tell me they have my part and each one is the same- no hookup boot coming out of the motor on the side, just two ports on the bottom of the motor that look like they're supposed to push down into something on the floor of the tray/basket. Can anybody offer help?

[@shanepatterson491]

thanks for the clear and concise instructions with great video. It really helped

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Shane Patterson Your welcome Shane. I had to do that repair on my wife's van after it failed in a downpour and after she blew both right side tires out due to not being able to see. Never had to even replace one on that model before.....until mine. That's the way it happens. Make sure to subscribe and thanks again for watching

[@michaelallen3304]

You a real one for this g

[@hlaw697]

How many linkage bushings are there? I have a 2005 Grand Caravan sxt with the 3.8 L

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Evening Heather. Looks to be around 7 from what I can see online.

[@Mathrocks67]

Great video....see if it works tonight after work......thanks for saving me some big $$$$$.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Bruce Peers always happy to help. Thanks for watching and hope it turns out great. Make sure to subscribe

[@christinaboyd6108]

How different would you say this is for a 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Christina Boyd There is a bit of difference. Fundamentally its about the same.

[@jessegreer3444]

ur video didn't show replacing thw wiper motor. showed taking it out.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Title was removal. Reassembly on this repair is literally just the opposite of removal, nothing different. In most cases if it’s the same steps I make mention of it otherwise the video is twice as long as if you played it in reverse.

[@roycagle7865]

Thanks

[@littmus32ify]

What further disassembly do I need to do to get at the rear spark plugs? Or do I try to squeeze my arm around the back to get at them? Mine's a 2006 TandC with 110,000 miles and the 3.8L engine. Just subscribed! Appreciate the videos! -Kevin

[@MotorCityMechanic]

All you need to do is get up close and personal with it lol. I just act like I am giving it a hug and just reach around. There is no need to remove anything. You have plenty of room to get to all the back plugs and wires. It may be more by touch then sight but after doing the front side....you should have a good understanding where they are located and what to expect. Thanks for the question and make sure to subscribe

[@kodiackid]

my wiper stopped working a awhile back it would work if i pushed in the washer part. but only wipe once each time i pushed it now i get nothing any suggestions? its a 1996 grand caravan.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+kodiackid Evening, looking at the wiring diagram.....the motor and relay should be okay if working with the washer. The other two possibilities are the multifunction switch (wiper switch) or the body control module. There's also the possibility of a wiring issue as well. What helps is having a scanner that can access the body control module and look at the data related to the wiper switch so see if each position is registering. Because the operation is controlled directly by the body control module so its our eyes and ears.

[@kodiackid]

I opened up the wiper compartment today to find it full of water and there is a drain that was clogged that rests above the serpentine belt do you think water killed the motor even though I haven't been able to use it? I know there is a problem with the bcm because my directionals only work randomly

[@kodiackid]

Is there a way for me to test wipers to see if motor still works. I was getting 12v at the connection plug.

[@kodiackid]

Can you bypass the bcm to test it?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

kodiackid evening, sorry about the delay. Best way to get you the info is either by email or on my facebook page. I cant attach pictures or wiring diagrams on here. Email me at [e-mail] or click the facebook link.

[@donaldcreighton8372]

why does my motor work if I move linkage

[@MotorCityMechanic]

The motor itself could be sticking and you moving it could be freeing it up.

[@ericcrawford1132]

I was hoping to see how to replace the motor from the pinched arms . But I did sub

[@missUMommanBro]

Thank you so much,

[@frankuhlman8094]

I wish you had gone into what was wrong with the wiper assy. You simply remove it, and dont go into diagnosis of why it failed. Viewer is left to assume you ordered a factory replacement of the whole assy and replaced the old. with new. nevertheless, your video is very helpful to show us how to access the wiper assy. Thanks Much.

[@valentines_day_3190]

thanks for your help

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Daniel Gamboa Thanks for the comment Daniel. Hopefuly the video helped you out and answered any of your questions you might have had. Make sure to subscribe and help spread the word. Have a great weekend

[@arcanoelnl]

Gracias por el video

[@jeffchapman8992]

Mine's a 2005 silver Grand Caravan SXT 3.8L - is that what yours is? - and it owes me and my three boys nothing ... but it's such a great utilitarian vehicle with a ton of 'jam' and a comfortable ride and we've gone all over with it - hockey, soccer, camping, hiking, hauling - I just hate to get rid of it and instead prefer to learn about vehicle maintenance and repair and show the boys a few tricks at the same time. In closing, you do an EXCELLENT job of describing and the camera and editing work is equally impressive. Any tricks on 'clamping off' a leaky power steering hose until I can get out to the country shop and replace it in a couple of weeks? For example, I'm about to wrap and clamp a section of power steering hose over top of where the leak may be at its worse - provided I can find that - I believe its passenger side somewhere behind the metal heat-sheathing ... which is why I'm looking to remove the 'cow' (is that the term)? i.e. in order to get some room back there to work. Also need to then replace the sway bar frame bushings, replace the muffler, do the front brakes. {Bravo and well done!}

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Jeff Chapman I have no real tricks on the leak other than trying what you mentioned. My van was the same year and same engine,. It got totaled in a rear end accident and then we moved on to the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The van had lots of room for sure. Hate to have seen it go like that but still love that jeep lol.

[@taylorowner]

Thanks for the smart way to do it. I may have to replace the motor in my 2002 T&C; but maybe not. Here is the problem.The van sat for about 6 months un-driven because of some cooling system issues. With those solved and metal pipes replaced, the van is back in service. However, the wipers make a groaning sound when they operate. They always work at both speeds and intermittent. Is the groaning or moaning something needing lubrication, or is it the precursor to the motor eventually failing. Because the wipers didn't moan when the van was in constant us and only started after the period of non use I considered the noise to be from non use.What is your opinion?Also, do you have a video on replacing the motor for the rear wiper on the Chrysler Mini vans? Mine has failed.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+taylorowner Hey there. It wouldn't hurt to remove that front cowl panel and spray the joints/pivots with some wd40 and operate the wiper to see if the noise gets better. If noise still there....then you can remove the linkage from the wiper motor itself and then see if the noise is present....if so then you will need the motor. I really don't recommend aftermarket motors.....the one I installed failed within a week. You can put the word lifetime on a box and it means nothing if it fails in the middle of a down pour. Because when else will you be able to tell it fails....when you use it due to rain. I then replaced that unit with a mopar replacement. no issue since. I don't currently have an videos on the rear....actually haven't had to replace on yet. Make sure to subscribe so if I do then you will get notified. Thanks for the question

[@lizzc.4654]

How can I fix it when it makes noise, I changed the motor and wiper blades. You tell me how to fix it and I'll subscribe.

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Lizz C. Morning Lizz....What kind of noise are you getting?

[@lizzc.4654]

+MotorCity Mechanic Thanks, It was a screeching noise. I took it apart and it was the motor . I was able to take it apart from watching your video. Thanks

[@MotorCityMechanic]

+Lizz C. Awesome. Glad it worked out. Thanks for watching and for the comment.

[@francombo]

Thank u for the videos it really hellp

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Your very much welcome Jose. Glad the videos helped. make sure to subscribe if you haven't already and help spread the word by sharing these videos with others. Thanks again

[@francombo]

I have a problem w a vw jetta vr6 1998 I put a new compressor new meter divice and the aluminum looking thing .was running good for 2 months and now the air only works when I'm on the hwy.?what can it be?

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Thanks Jose. As far as your VW....I don't deal with many imports. But the first thing I would check is the radiator fan. Make sure it comes on with the a/c. I would think it would have an overhear issue as well if the fan was an issue so I'm not sure. Highway means airflow across the radiator versus no flow sitting still....that's why my thought process went into that direction

[@73superglide62]

Motor city not in motor city

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Never said I was lol. The name represents the brands of cars I work on and where they are from.

[@73superglide62]

@@MotorCityMechanic I don't rember saying you did ,lol

[@MotorCityMechanic]

@@73superglide62 I get it alot so its the first thing I see when I read that lol

[@73superglide62]

I spend 10 years down motor city work at work 4 firestone Goodyear and working Th dealers Chrysler and quiet work g for automotive but do some video don't have many subs but it ok ,no harrneress on my channel

[@MotorCityMechanic]

Visited there 2 times. I just love to see the history of all things automotive there. Otherwise the town itself has gone to shit a bit with boarded up windows everywhere. Sad to see that but I guess thats "progress" as they like to call it. Got much respect for the town and what it has done for us since cars became a thing.