how do i repair 1997 nissan maxima wiper linkage
Yes, there is.
The 1999 Nissan windshield wiper linkage is held in place by three retaining nuts. Remove the retaining nuts and the linkage will come free. Replace the linkage with new linkage.
Check eBay for the plastic linkage bushings. They are not available from the Ford dealers.
buy a new one!
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You have to remove the linkage from the wiper motor.
If one wants to replace a wiper linkage there are a few steps involved. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield until the arm locks in vertical position. Unbolt the nut that holds the wiper arm to the linkage and pull the wiper arm off the linkage. Open the hood and unbolt the wiper motor and slide the motor off of the linkage. One then will remove the wiper linkage and install a new one.
Images of the wiper linkage for a Dodge Dakota are located in the service manual. It details where the linkage connects and how to perform maintenance on it.
As long as they are both mk4 jettas the wiper linkage should fit. If you need to purchase the wiper linkage. Check out this website. http://twinlys.weebly.com
Broken linkage? Disconeccted linkage? EDIT::: The most likely cause is a bad wiper control module, its attached to the wiper motor