Wiper Gear Box: Service and Repair

1982 Chevrolet Celebrity L4-151 2.5LSECTION Service and Repair

Fig.12 Windshield wiper transmission removal (typical):





1. Raise hood, then remove right and left wiper arm and blade assemblies.
2. Remove shroud grille to body attaching screws, then shroud grille.
3. Loosen, but do not remove nuts securing transmission drive link to motor crank arm, then disconnect drive link, Fig. 12.
4. Remove 6 screws attaching wiper transmission to body, Fig. 12.
5. Carefully guide transmission assembly through access hole in upper shroud panel to remove.
6. Reverse procedure to install. Torque transmission drive link nuts to 53---75 in. lbs.



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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.