Wiper motor - location and how to remove?

[BrandonBJ8]

I searched around and found some detailed instructions about what to do once you have the wiper motor out, but I'm still not sure where exactly it is and how to get it out? I have a 67 BJ8 and need to get the wipers working to pass inspection.

Thanks!

 

[Bob_Spidell]

The wiper motor sits on a small 'shelf' behind/under the dash at the far left side of the cowl. It's mounted on four standoffs and should have rubber buffers to absorb vibrations (IIRC the standoffs have threads and nuts on both ends; it may be easier to remove top or bottom depending). The motor drives a semi-flexible shaft that drives the wipers with some right-angle gearing. You'll need to remove the wiper arms and the chrome bezels around their shafts, then get under the dash to remove four nuts on the bottoms (tops?) of the four standoffs, plus disconnect the wiring.

The motor has a small gearbox that should be packed with grease; the grease can harden and impair operation. If it's not that, it could be worn bushes or other problems in the motor. Check the switch--quite possibly the problem--and wiring before straining your back to get the motor out.

 

[rjc157]

check eveything first if it worked before it should still work ,you can get the motor out without taking the whole system out its a real pain in the a--

 

[BrandonBJ8]

Thanks! Good advice checking the switch first. What's the best way to ensure the switch is working before I go after the motor?

 

[Patrick67BJ8]

Thanks! Good advice checking the switch first. What's the best way to ensure the switch is working before I go after the motor?

I always test a switch with a 12 volt light bulb...power IN and power OUT. That way you make sure you have good current flowing. Sometimes a voltmeter will show voltage but not have enough current flow to make the circuit work. I have never seen a wipermotor go bad and I've had Healeys since 1972. Check wiring to make sure you have good plug connections.