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How to Remove and Replace the Windshield Wiper Motor on a Land Rover Defender

Model: Land Rover Defender MK 5 - Years 1983-1990

In this guide, follow the main instructions to remove and replace the windshield wiper motor on a Land Rover Defender. First, move to the front of your vehicle and start by removing the wiper blades. Next, loosen the nut on the wiper pivot, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the upper part of the dashboard to access the mechanism and the wiper motor. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the screws to take it out and replace it, following the video to the end!

Updated on 10 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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