'99 rear wiper does not work

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Mar 21, 2001 | 10:10 PM

wizbangdoodle

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'99 rear wiper does not work

I had the rear wiper motor replaced on my Expedition when it was still under warranty. Now, at 55,000 miles it has quit again. Can anyone tell me how to get at the thing? And possibly what the problem may be. I can't seem to get the plastic cover off the back door without ripping it apart. Is there a special tool made for dealing with interior pieces?

Jul 27, 2001 | 07:04 AM

rwmxlt

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'99 rear wiper does not work

I don' know if its related, but yesterday my rear wiper did not work on my 99 XLT -- I could hear it clicking (had power) when I turned it on -- I removed it from the stowed position on the rear bracket and then it worked again. Looks like a lousy design to me. I wonder if that bracket is wearing the motor down or something. No suggestions on removal -- but the factory repair manual should have it.

Jul 27, 2001 | 08:12 AM

radio9mark

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'99 rear wiper does not work

My 98 has a short in the turn signal where the control is located. If I turn it on and wiggle the turn signal it starts working....lol. I am putting on a new steering wheel and I am going to look at it then.

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Aug 1, 2001 | 11:31 AM

gkainz

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'99 rear wiper does not work

My 99 rear wiper quit just before the warranty expired (bad planning on Ford's part...it was probably designed to die at 36,500 miles)!

Aug 1, 2001 | 06:18 PM

wizbangdoodle

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'99 rear wiper does not work

Well....I finally found the problem. It ends up that the fuse for the rear wiper had a hairline crack in it. Just goes to show you, don't always trust your eyes. I looked at that fuse first thing and figured I was screwed 'cause the fuse was good. After tearing into the wiper assy. I found no power to it. Back to the fuse. I got out my DMM and checked it and sure enough, it was NFG.

Aug 14, 2001 | 08:49 PM

HgSpyder

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'99 rear wiper does not work

Was that the fuse under the dash or the one in the engine compartment. My rear wiper expired about 5 minutes after the warrantee.

Aug 15, 2001 | 07:37 PM

wizbangdoodle

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'99 rear wiper does not work

It was the fuse under the dash. It had a hairline crack in it. Just check all your fuses with a meter to verify they are good. That way you won't get burned like me.

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Aug 28, 2001 | 01:59 PM

98expeditionXLT

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'99 rear wiper does not work

I just had my 3rd rear wiper motor installed on a 98 exp., at 39000 miles at a cost of $219. First one was replaced at 18000 miles along with the multi-function switch which had a recall. I contacted Ford, but they believe that is perfectly normal routine wear and tear. Also, Ford dealer told me that they changed three other rear wiper motors on Expeditions last week. I wouldn't mind, but I never use the rear wiper motor, but my wife likes to use it for highway driving when raining.
I am beginning to lose confidence in my Expedition. We like the vehicle but we are becoming concerned about the reliability.

Next time, I will change motor myself and the cost will be only about $80.
By the way, the rear panel comes off readily, except it has to be worked a little to clear the window latch mechanism at the center.