How to Replace a Jetta Wiper Motor

Over time, the windshield wiper motor in your VW Jetta may begin to strain and will eventually fail. When this happens, you must buy a new motor. Replacement motors are available from Volkswagen, but you can also purchase them from most auto parts stores. You'll also need the year of your Jetta to ensure that you get the correct motor.

Things You'll Need

• Socket wrench
• Socket set

Instructions

1. Open the hood and disconnect the negative battery terminal. Loosen the nut on the cable clamp running to the negative battery terminal and lift the clamp off the terminal.

2. Remove the electrical connector running to the wiper motor.

3. Remove the mounting bolts holding the wiper motor to the firewall.

4. Pull the wiper motor off the firewall and install the new wiper motor. Installation is the reverse of removal.

References

• "VW Golf, Jetta, GTI 1993-1998, Cabrio 1995-2002 Gasoline and Diesel Repair Manual"; George Parise, Mark Coombs, Spencer Drayton, John H. Haynes; 2009