Wiper Motor Replacement & Cowling Town & Country Grand Caravan

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Javo’s Garage

Javo’s Garage

Күн бұрын

Some parts and tools mentioned in this video:
New, replacement windshield cowl:
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Wiper arm puller (also works for battery terminals):
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My favorite, most used tool - the Milwaukee electric ratchet:
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Welcome to Javo;s Garage! In this video we are removing the windshield cowl grille and wiper motor assembly from a Chrysler Town and Country. This repair procedure will be applicable for all Town & Country and Dodge Grand Caravan models for the years 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007. The cowling on this van has cracked and broken completely through so we will also be attempting to repair it using a 2 part epoxy. The removal of the windshield wiper motor assembly is also very useful in providing easy access and space when replacing the spark plugs on these vehicles as well
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@pamelamadison568
@pamelamadison568 9 ай бұрын
Hi, I bought wiper blades only to learn that the issue is not with the blades but the arm itself. I was to to take it off and adjust it a bit higher because my wiper blades kept hitting until one of them actually broke. THIS VIDEO IS EXACTLY WHAT I NEED! THANK YOU SO MUCH. Now I hope it isn't going to get complicated. 😅😅😅
@charliesellers176
@charliesellers176 3 ай бұрын
Big help for me, cause im doing my friends plugs tomorrow. I cant fit without moving this out the way. Thank you
@amberthacker6197
@amberthacker6197 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so very very much. I have a 2000 Chrysler town & country my husband took all that off to replace the spark plugs. And didn’t put it back together so that left it up to me to do. Your video showed me exactly how to get it back together. Thank you, you are a God send! I greatly appreciate you, Sir. 🙂
@EarmuffHugger
@EarmuffHugger Жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm fixing strut tower with a replacement cap & this needed to be done to have room to work👍
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome. This will actually make your job much easier. I have removed this motor assembly every time I've replaced the struts in one of these vans and that's been quite a few. Good luck with your project, I hope it goes well for you. Be real careful with that spring when replacing that cap. Thanks for stopping by!
@EarmuffHugger
@EarmuffHugger Жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage Thanks again!! It's actually a strut tower replacement kit not the strut itself. The strut tower is so rusted out at the top that the strut pushed thru. The kit is a cap to replace the top part of the strut tower. I recently replaced both struts with new ones but then this happened. It's a 2000 town & country with 250,000 so it's expected. I don't think I need to compress the springs to remove & replace the struts but I may be wrong. If I remember correctly they came out & went in without having to compress them even though I did use the compression bolt tool but it really wasn't necessary. Thanks again!!👍
@adotintheshark4848
@adotintheshark4848 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful. I just needed better access to the back plugs, and this did it for me!
@kpn5000
@kpn5000 3 жыл бұрын
your car repair vids are some of the best i've seen on YT, if not the best. please make more! thank you
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@kpn5000 - Wow, thank you for the compliment! I really try to make videos in such a way that anyone (regardless of their experience) can do the job themselves. I've been searching for my next project van so a new series of videos are in the future. I really appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment - thank you!
@kpn5000
@kpn5000 3 жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage well, it's working, because i just did the job myself, and i'm a novice. thanks again. one thing, i couldn't remove the wiper arms, i tried for about 45 minutes, liquid wrench, tapping with hammer with nut sticking out, tapping on just bolt while pulling on arm, etc, but wouldn't budge. there was some sort of washer beneath the nut that seemed fused to the bolt. i ended up doing the back plugs/wires by feel, so, it worked out okay, but, not sure why they wouldn't come off. all tapping on the nut after it was loosened did was ruin the threads a little lol. i'm looking forward to next set of vids, they're really great!
@danmorales1299
@danmorales1299 2 жыл бұрын
You are such a professional. Excellent video.
@joshstabler3438
@joshstabler3438 Жыл бұрын
This was helpful. I was trying to determine whether the pull the wiper arms and cowling to do spark plugs. I’ve worked on vehicles for many years, but one thing I try to avoid is pulling wiper arms unless 110% necessary, if they have the splines like that. I think there are a few which have a single position, which are great, but if they have those darned splines, I can never seem to get them lined up, even after trying to “mark where the wiper hits the glass”, etc.
@depdad
@depdad 9 ай бұрын
Your explanations are so clear and thorough. Thank you :)
@davidbwa
@davidbwa 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I am replacing plugs/wires today in my 2002 T&C. Might be able to do so w/out removing wiper assembly but now I'm less stressed about it seeing the wiper assembly isn't a big deal if I have to go to that. EDIT: It is now later in the evening. I did end up pulling the wiper assembly. And I agree it made the job a whole lot easier.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@davidbwa
@davidbwa Жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage Me too. And I did end up removing the wiper assembly and it was easy peezy. TBH, I'm rather impressed with how many parts of my T&C appear to be engineered by someone who actually considered the person doing the repairs. I've seen videos of some vehicles where it was a nightmare to get to things that are scheduled maintenance.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
@@davidbwa I have to agree. These vans are pretty easy to work on (not everything naturally) but overall pretty friendly to work on. The newer cars and trucks have zero room for working and they've tried to make it so you pretty much have to take it to the stealer to get it repaired due to all the proprietary computer items. Glad your project went well. Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to come back here and leave me some feedback - much appreciated!
@lucasr5675
@lucasr5675 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to show us all the details and little secrets of this job. This content was spot on.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
You're very welcome Lucas. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the video. I know I tend to get too far into the details sometimes but it just drives me crazy when someone doesn't show how they did a certain step or even skips things in a video. I try to edit my videos in a way that provides all the info needed so even someone who has never tried something like this could do the job. I appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment. Thank you.
@josephhall790
@josephhall790 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video on removing wiper motor. I'm just getting ready to replace all my spark plugs and wires. I've never done this before and was wondering how I was going to get to those wires and plugs in the back. Thanks so much!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@project.family4
@project.family4 4 ай бұрын
Great stuff Javo! I'm following your steps like a playbook. Great content always stands out!
@anvilsvs
@anvilsvs Жыл бұрын
I have a tie rod end puller which fits the wiper arms nicely for removal. I haven't ever forgotten to connect the washer hose more than maybe twice. I was waiting to see how you got the cowl grille in place. Those are always a slight fight.
@briancalibergbmd
@briancalibergbmd 3 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video!!!! We have a 2007 Grand Caravan with over 200,000 miles. Been doing some work on it lately to keep it going. Cosmetically, I want to replace the cowl since the plastic has badly faded over the years. And will either paint or replace the wiper arms. So this video is a big help. Thank you so much and keep up the great work!!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@briancalibergbmd - Well thank you very much for the compliment Brian! Super glad to hear you found my video to be helpful to you. Comments like yours always make my day. I'm looking for my next project van so there will be more of these videos in the future so stay tuned! I really appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me some feedback - much appreciated!
@okiedoak201
@okiedoak201 3 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video...and a easy way to change the rear spark plugs....
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@okiedoak201 - Thank you! Hopefully this was able to help you. Thanks for stopping by!
@mp40jager
@mp40jager 3 жыл бұрын
Just finished changing the motor and linkage. Video was a great help, Thanks. I have the 4 cylinder Caravan. Has only two supports and four screws in the plastic. I could not get the wiper arms off by tapping or pounding, I bought a 3 arm puller for $20 that popped them right off. A two arm puller may work better. Wipers now work.
@GOODNESS-sp4hm
@GOODNESS-sp4hm Жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation 👍🙏
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Thank "GOODNESS" I got a compliment on my video! 😁 I appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment. Thank you.
@slurpslurpslurpslurpslurps4613
@slurpslurpslurpslurpslurps4613 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video,it was a God send for me.Great job doing it,you explained it so well and easy.Now we are able to find our wiper shaft problem and hope to fix it our self thanks to you. Wheelchair Gary
@guits3
@guits3 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@hansa3580
@hansa3580 3 жыл бұрын
Saved my van...again!!! Great videos, always!!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Nathaniel Jr Clark - Cool! Super glad to hear this video was able to help you. Thank you for the feedback!
@mr88talent
@mr88talent 4 жыл бұрын
Good video that fully explains the process of removing the wiper housing which is a must on these vans if you want to work on anything on the back side of the engine compartment. Personally I don't like to pound on the wiper arm shaft or otherwise use force. I use a battery terminal puller, it works perfectly to pop the wiper arm off of the shaft.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
@mr88talent - Thank you for the compliment and taking the time to leave me some feedback! I completely agree on the puller. I sometimes try to use methods and examples that anyone could follow in their driveway without the need of "specialty tools" that many of us take for granted in our toolbox. In retrospect, I should have used the hammer & nut method on one side and my puller on the other side for comparison. I'm still pretty new here to YT but I'm learning how to produce better videos every day and really try to improve my content as I go. You've given me an idea for an updated video at some point, thank you!
@Pyrotora59
@Pyrotora59 3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Thanks for the help!
@wilfredowilla1
@wilfredowilla1 3 жыл бұрын
Thak you for your tutorial..
@samirhamam3709
@samirhamam3709 3 жыл бұрын
thank you very much, this video really helped me with my van....
@stuartwilliamjohnson7549
@stuartwilliamjohnson7549 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome and detailed video again! Thanks so much. However, if I can do those back plugs without removing all that stuff, then that is the direction I would go, even is it is a bit difficult. Reason being that based on past experience, I would probably screw up something attempting all that extra. You have more experience and more confidence to attempt these repairs than do I at this point. Still very nice to know how to do all of that. Still love all your videos.. GOD bless and prosper you even more...!!!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Stuart William Johnson - Thank you for the compliment on the video Stuart. I certainly understand this process could seem intimidating, it was for me as well the first time I did it. It comes easier to me now since I've done this at least 30 times and so my goal was to share what I have learned to make the job easier for viewers. You certainly don't need to take on this process in order to change those rear plugs, I just find it enables me to do a better job since I have bigger arms and have a hard time getting back in there. As always, do what's best for you and maybe my info can help you out along the way. Blessings are always welcome here, thank you. I appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment.
@davewilson1411
@davewilson1411 3 жыл бұрын
Stuart, FWIW, up until about 2 months ago, all I ever did on cars was put gas in them. I just did this today as my wiper motor died. It's ridiculously easy and takes 15 mins or less. Javo directions/instructions worked perfectly. Pull the caps, loosen the nuts, pull up carefully while tapping the nut with a hammer and you'll feel the wiper blades come loose. Remove 5 or so screws from the cowl cover, maneuver and lift it out of the way. From there, it's 4 bolts, 4 nuts, loosen 2 clamps, push drain pipes down then lift, rotate and pull. Easy as can be. FWIW, an idea struck me today while at the junkyard. If you have a pull a part type place around, go out there with the tools I listed above and do a practice run on a junker van. Take it off then put back on.
@deadsypadilla
@deadsypadilla 2 жыл бұрын
Label stuff and draw pictures, don't let something keep you from learning. Draw the hood and make a part map
@jbeargrr
@jbeargrr 2 жыл бұрын
Mine was a bit more difficult. I had to use an impact wrench to get the 15mm nuts off the wiper arms. Then the arms wouldn't come off the posts. It's a 2005, and the arms had probably never been removed before. After all the tapping, using a puller, trying to lift and wiggle, they hadn't budged. I wound up using a hammer on the curved black covers over the posts. One came loose after about 5 good whacks. The other took a lot longer. It finally came loose, and the covers to the posts are fine. Not a dent. I'll clean those posts and the holes in the covers, and smear on some anti-sieze when I reassemble everything.
@mp40jager
@mp40jager 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks but did you forget a step? run the new motor a few cranks and turn off so it set in the off position, then attach the wiper arms.
@ricardofuentes351
@ricardofuentes351 Жыл бұрын
muchas gracias por la explicacion en detalles
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
¡Usted es bienvenido! Me alegra saber que mi video pudo ayudarte. ¡Gracias por pasar por mi canal y tomarse un momento para dejarme un comentario!
@davewilson1411
@davewilson1411 3 жыл бұрын
Another great video Javo. My wiper motor just died so I'm off to the junk yard thanks to you. Not sure how helpful this will be for others, but here's a listing of all the tools used for removal. slot screw driver 15mm socket hammer T25 Torx Phllips 2 13mm socket 12 in extension 10mm socket magnetic pickup tool I might have missed something, but I think that covers it.
@davewilson1411
@davewilson1411 3 жыл бұрын
All swapped out and working fine.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Dave Wilson - Thanks for the compliment Dave. I appreciate you taking the time to list out all the tools, I should have provided that in the description. Thanks for stopping by again!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Dave Wilson - Great news Dave! I'm glad to hear my video was able to help you with your project. That's awesome!
@davewilson1411
@davewilson1411 3 жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage you rock Javo. I'm using the fluid extractor from the other vid right now to pull coolant out of my radiator. Going to do a full flush before putting the new one in.
@ahmadghosheh3104
@ahmadghosheh3104 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Ahmad Ghosheh - Thank you very much for the compliment Ahmad! I hope you were able to get some valuable info from watching. I really appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment - thank you.
@MichaelKnight727
@MichaelKnight727 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
You're welcome
@karenm8948
@karenm8948 2 жыл бұрын
So helpful! Thx!!!!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@jaywalker3553
@jaywalker3553 2 жыл бұрын
Great video man
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the compliment!
@jrbird1983
@jrbird1983 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate ya showing this. I'm trying to learn how to replace my power steering pump, and this is a great start to get some room, I don't like the mini part of this van.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Hi Gerry, I'm glad to hear my video has been helpful to you in gaining some insight into gaining access to your power steering pump change. Removing this motor assembly will make that job MUCH more manageable; you'll be glad you did. I hope your project goes well. Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment.
@jrbird1983
@jrbird1983 Жыл бұрын
Yeah man I'm still alittle unsure about the pump and lines and belt ensemble so I'm going to have to watch those videos a few more times before I decide to go DIY.
@jrbird1983
@jrbird1983 Жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage I bought all my parts from advanced auto with pretty much everything they had that said it fit my truck so I hope I got it all . Watching these videos brings me back to when dad use to try to show me stuff as a kid but he ain't around anymore unfortunately
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Hey Gerry. Not sure what exactly the issue is with your van but may I give you a pointer? It's very common on these vans for the filter screen in the power steering reservoir to become clogged and cause problems due to flow rate restriction. You may look into the reservoir before diving into a new power steering pump. I have only had to do a few pumps in these vans but several power steering reservoirs due to clogging of that screen. Also make sure the fluid is completely full to the top line. Never hurts to look into the smaller, less expensive items before jumping into a big project. I hope this info may help save you some time and money. Good luck with your project!
@jeanderamee488
@jeanderamee488 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this great video, my 2005 Grand Caravans cowl is broken just like the one you fixed. Can’t wait to fix mine thanks to your video ! Frankly I like these crazy vans, I’ve had seven!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Jean Deramee - Hello Jean, you're very welcome for the video and I'm super glad to hear you found it to be helpful. It's a pretty easy repair to a common problem on these vans, hopefully it will work for you as well. I really appreciate you stopping by and taking a moment to leave me some feedback - thank you.
@jeanderamee488
@jeanderamee488 3 жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage looking forward to your next video on these vans!
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Jean Deramee - Thank you Jean. Funny enough I was just looking through some ads just now for my next project van. This generation of vans is getting really tough to find something that's not beat up and has really high miles. I'm looking though!
@BrianLChristopher
@BrianLChristopher 3 жыл бұрын
Mine’s a 2007 with the same crack.
@SailorVic1
@SailorVic1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you @Javo's Garage! I just picked up a 2004 (my fourth GC) I love these vans, your vids have helped me service a few issues, plugs & wires are next as it has originals with 190K Km. All that came to mind in viewing your cowl repair that I might have done different is roughen the inner plastic to give epoxy something to hold on to, and put a little fiberglass matting it into the wet epoxy for Xtra strength. Great DIY video, thanks again!
@guillelea4620
@guillelea4620 4 жыл бұрын
I didn’t see the motor been replaced
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
Memo Ramon - Your observation is correct. I shot this video when I was removing these items to repair the cowl and changing the spark plugs (this process gives way more room to work). I thought this video would be able to help those performing a variety of repairs in this area. I have yet to have to replace the motor itself, however I've had to replace countless cowls. If you need to replace the motor itself I would recommend a quick trip to the salvage yard where you could purchase the motor and tray in one piece (for a fraction of the price) and easily install it as I show here. Thanks for stopping by and leaving me some feedback. Much appreciated!
@MyBdawg13
@MyBdawg13 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for saving 23 minutes of my time
@deadsypadilla
@deadsypadilla 2 жыл бұрын
I use aerosol Crack filler Foam. Expanding foam for any rattle, its $3 a can and 1 can is alot. I need to do a video, its impressive, and you can cut it flush and seal it with flex seal aerosol. Thanks for videos
@deanjagger1190
@deanjagger1190 8 ай бұрын
On my 2014 T and C Van, all the lights on the dash lit up, and the wipers would not stop. I am not sure what is wrong, but I think there might be mildew in one of the cluster of the electronics. Have you ever had this problem, and how to fix it? Also the comp. says to replace the Cadilic Converter. I think it might be a oxigen sensor that has to be replaced. The van has low milage 120,345 Miles.
@bwsmith59
@bwsmith59 11 ай бұрын
This was really helpful. Thank you. The seal between the windshield and the cowl on my 2013 T&C is rotted away. Can you just replace the seal? A new cowl is pretty expensive.
@jaywholoveseveryone1721
@jaywholoveseveryone1721 5 ай бұрын
I just don't understand. Is my '08 4.0 SXT Caravan the only van made where the wiper arms are hidden under the hood? I've watched '08 videos and neither of theirs are hidden like mine. 9:37 I cannot just lift a cap and ratchet the nut. It seems that I would have to either lift the hood and use the world's smallest tools or just remove the hood JUST to access the nut.
@paulh8221
@paulh8221 6 ай бұрын
Do not tap the nut with a hammer it will ruin the threads, get a tie rod puller it works great it’s cheap and no damage
@SofaKingnerdie
@SofaKingnerdie 2 жыл бұрын
After I remove the windshield wiper nuts the arms won’t come off . Tapped with hammer while keep tension to pull up and pb blaster . Please help ty
@kennethturner7942
@kennethturner7942 4 жыл бұрын
Need this video! I have to replace my brake fluid reservoir... Not really looking forward to that.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
@Kenneth Turner - I'm glad my videos have been helpful to you! Removing the wiper motor assembly should make your job much easier. Good luck on your project!
@kennethturner7942
@kennethturner7942 4 жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage Yes, I will be doing this. I have a brake fluid reservoir that has a centered cap on the body of the reservoir, not the angled goose neck that should be there. So, yeah... good times that will be!
@jeffglauser4108
@jeffglauser4108 2 жыл бұрын
Any ideas on where to buy a new cowl online? They all seem to be $225+ 😯. Does that seem normal?! I know you can get them from a junk yard just curious about online
@theclearsounds3911
@theclearsounds3911 Жыл бұрын
I was hoping you would cover something that is right there, but you didn't. The insulation just under where you were working has fallen down and is touching the engine. Could you please tell me what is supposed to hold it up? Or, did you cover that in another video? Thanks in advance.
@ArtBorquez-ij3kd
@ArtBorquez-ij3kd 4 ай бұрын
what do those t25 torque screws screw into?
@ZhmiKnopa
@ZhmiKnopa 4 ай бұрын
This soundtrack sounds like a really bad 80’s porno
@MrAlexGolovin
@MrAlexGolovin 3 жыл бұрын
I bought a new wiper motor from O'Reilly's and their wiper motor didn't include the screws that are needed to screw the motor in place. The screws that came with the old motor are totally different and finding these new screws has been a nightmare!
@jcherokee
@jcherokee 4 жыл бұрын
Another cool video. I also removed my wiper motor assembly to change spark plugs. One question: at the 12:15 mark you talk about needing to reattach the firewall heat absorbing mat. The mat on my firewall is more of a fiber mesh like material that is very dirty and falling apart. Would you know if this is replaceable? If not then how did you end up reattaching yours to the firewall? Still binge watching all your Town & Country videos. I'm on to the auto trans fluid and filter replacement video and then the interior cleaning video. If you're ever looking for ideas for videos, I can think of two that would be awesome. The first would be how to diagnose and repair a sliding door that the power motor no longer works (i.e. having to manually open and close the door). The second would be how to adjust / replace the parking brake assembly when it no longer holds the van on a hill...
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
@jcherokee - I am not aware of any dealer or parts store selling those any longer. If you really need a replacement I would look for an 07 (last year this body style was produced) at the local salvage yard. I've had to replace a few fasteners over the years to make them stay in place. I'm sorry but I've never had one in such bad shape it needed replacement. When I get my next van I will be covering how to repair the sliding side doors as well as the rear door, both of these are common failures that can usually be repaired fairly inexpensively if you know how to do it. I have been making a list of requested videos and I will add your suggestions to the list when I get my next van. Thank you for watching and the suggestions!
@jerryharte3382
@jerryharte3382 3 жыл бұрын
The reason I watch this is? I need to replace the upstream oxygen sensor and taking the wiper housing off leaves so much room for activities.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 3 жыл бұрын
@Jerry Harte - Great idea Jerry, removing this should really open up that area to give you some good access to that sensor. Good luck on your project, they're not bad to replace so I'm sure you'll have no problem. Thank you for stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment - thank you!
@whlawson5812
@whlawson5812 Жыл бұрын
I am not sure if you folks out there is able to buy online "Seametal T-strip rubber sealing for cars". Must be of 27mm width. Its about USD3 for 2m lenght excluding sending fee from China. Remove the wiper arms & peel off the broken & unbroken rubber from the cowling. There will be about a 5mm gap. Do not use WD40. Wash clean the glass and cowling using kitchen soap & water. Some car washing soap has wax in it. Scrub, rinse well and leave car to dry properly - somehow water does not get into my car interior. Not sure about yours. Cut a short 6" strip from the 2m roll. Use it as a practice strip. Trim with blade & glove for this strip to get a good starting fit to the corner of glass & cowling. Peel off the red strips of the 3M that protect the adhesive. There are two parallel band of 3M sticker along this 27mm wide rubber sealing tape/strip. Use the narrower adhesive side, of 7mm width, to stick on the glass. The middle band, of the strip, is flexible rubber, without 3M, will be covering/bridge the gap between the glass & cowling. The wider band having 12mm 3M sticker to be stuck onto the cowling. Do not use WD40 to clean any remanant of 3M that stuck on glass or cowling. Remove the short practice strip and start with the full roll. Better still get someone good indyi to help. This is my contribution since I had benefitted from folks which had put up good diy contents in U tube. All done 3 days ago forbmy W211 in less than 1 hour & below USD6. Buy a 4 or 6m roll if you or your friend have same issues. Happy motoring.
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Well thank you very much for the compliment Don! I do my best to be straight forward and clear with my instructions. Super glad to hear you enjoyed the video.
@jeanderamee488
@jeanderamee488 3 жыл бұрын
Afternoon Javo’s Garage, I have a question about the transmission and the transmission fluid; This might a stupid question but I have always heard that you should not change your transmission fluid after the car gets to 100,000 + miles. It might hurt the seals and other things, is this true? My 2005 DGC has 105,000 miles, fluid is red and doesn’t smell burnt! Thanks Jean
@davewilson1411
@davewilson1411 3 жыл бұрын
I'm not a mechanic, but from what I understand, it's fine to drain the oil, clean the pan, replace the filter and gasket, button it all back up and refill. What you don't want to do is flush it. That's where the seals can get messed up.
@jeanderamee488
@jeanderamee488 3 жыл бұрын
@@davewilson1411 Thanks Dave, that’s what I am going to do!
@anvilsvs
@anvilsvs Жыл бұрын
Wrong. I change those every 30K after learning in the early 1990s how sensitive those transmissions are to fluid quality. It's never too late to change it. Use ONLY 7176 fluid. Wal Mart is a good source.
@j.d.l.1410
@j.d.l.1410 4 жыл бұрын
Was this a Wiper Motor Replacement? or How to fix the brocken plastic piece? I guess I missed the moor replacement, is this Part #1 or Part #2?
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 4 жыл бұрын
@Jorge De Leon - You're right, the motor wasn't changed in the video. Maybe I should change the title a bit. The idea behind this video was to provide the information needed to gain access to the wiper motor for replacement. It just so happened the cowl needed to be repaired and I included that in the video because it's such a common problem on these vans. Sorry about that. Thanks for stopping by and leaving me some feedback, that's how I improve.
@user-ux6hg7uw4u
@user-ux6hg7uw4u 11 ай бұрын
Awesome tip worked like a charm thanks👍👍👍👍👍
@javosgarage
@javosgarage 11 ай бұрын
Glad it helped
@rwill10282
@rwill10282 Жыл бұрын
common problem apparently chrysler doesnt use torque tools
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
The cowls on these vans was horribly designed. No excuse for such a simple item to have such a high failure rate.
@jonnykroneks3798
@jonnykroneks3798 3 ай бұрын
Where’s the part when you replace the wiper motor?
@connorcochran1283
@connorcochran1283 3 ай бұрын
Pretty sure that whole piece is the motor
@turmoilbreak7946
@turmoilbreak7946 Жыл бұрын
What if it's rust seized on?
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
I'm going to assume you're asking about the wiper arm. I would soak it overnight with something like PB Blaster or WD40 and see if that helps. If that doesn't work then I would escalate to getting a wiper arm puller (or a battery terminal puller) to get it removed. Good luck with your project. Thanks for stopping by!
@Silver_Surfer_1
@Silver_Surfer_1 Жыл бұрын
Uh, where is the wiper 'motor replacement'?
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, I guess I should have been a bit more clear in my description of the video. The motor replacement (as I viewed it) was the assembly itself with the motor. I'm sorry the video didn't have the information you were looking for. I really appreciate the feedback though because I purchased a 2005 Town & Country Limited to make more videos with and I will add the specific motor replacement video to my list of videos to do. Thank you for stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment. I apologize for the delayed response.
@xsiner
@xsiner 3 жыл бұрын
My blades keep hitting each other and bending how can I adjust them to not hit?
@anvilsvs
@anvilsvs Жыл бұрын
You've not got them set right on the shaft when you put them back on. Remove and try again.
@xsiner
@xsiner Жыл бұрын
@@anvilsvs I found out that the store size was wrong and went with a small size and they work fine now.
@anvilsvs
@anvilsvs Жыл бұрын
@@xsiner I've been using shorter wipers on all of my vehicles for many years to reduce chattering.
@arronmac2925
@arronmac2925 10 ай бұрын
Please no background music!!!
@Coinbro
@Coinbro Жыл бұрын
You didn't test or show trouble shooting oh well
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
Sorry Jason, the purpose of this video was just the replacement aspect of the job. However, I appreciate the feedback because I will be adding more videos on these vans in the near future and I will use your comment to make a better video on this subject. Thanks for stopping by and taking a moment to leave me a comment.
@Coinbro
@Coinbro Жыл бұрын
@@javosgarage I apologize I was stressed mine was out of timing so as I changed the wiper transmission I had to watch motor make a turn and then line up where I wanted wipers then fasten bolt from motor to transmission I never found a video demonstration this issue and figured out in head.. That might be a good one to share with world. Thank you so much and I apologize again for and shortness on my part
@javosgarage
@javosgarage Жыл бұрын
@@Coinbro Please, no apologies are necessary Jason. I’m glad you got it figured out. I really do appreciate the feedback on the video idea and I’ll see what I can do about it.
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