Replace the front wiper motor on a 2024 Tesla Cybertruck Dual Motor. The Cybertruck uses a single oversized wiper arm; the motor and linkage assembly is mounted under the cowl panel at the base of the windshield.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front wiper motor / linkage assembly (Cybertruck-specific) × 1 — OEM Tesla Cybertruck front wiper motor assembly — refer to Tesla parts catalog for current revision
• Cowl panel clips (single-use, recommended) × 4 — Manufacturer-specified cowl retainer clips

Preparation

1. Park on level ground, place in P, engage the parking brake.
2. Exit ALL doors with the key fob away from the vehicle. Wait at least 2 minutes for HV systems to fully de-energize, even on this non-HV job.
3. Disconnect the 48V low-voltage battery per Tesla service procedure (Cybertruck 48V battery is located under the rear seat / per Tesla service documentation — confirm location in the Service Manual). Insulate the disconnected terminal.
4. DO NOT touch, cut, or pierce ANY orange cable — these are high-voltage and lethal.
5. If at any point you encounter an orange cable, an HV component, or are unsure if a system is de-energized: STOP and consult a Tesla-certified technician.
6. Place the wiper in service/park position via the touchscreen Service menu BEFORE disconnecting the LV battery, if accessible.
7. Mark the wiper arm's resting position on the windshield with painter's tape for accurate reinstallation.
8. Apply protective covering to the stainless cowl area and the base of the windshield.

Procedure

1. 1

   Lift wiper arm cap and remove wiper arm
   Pry up the small plastic cap at the base of the wiper arm to expose the retaining nut. Loosen but do not fully remove the nut; lift the arm off the splined shaft using a wiper arm puller if needed. Avoid prying against the windshield or stainless cowl. Once free, fully remove the nut and lift the arm clear.
   ⚠Do not let the arm snap back against the windshield — the Cybertruck windshield is large and expensive.
2. 2

   Remove cowl panel
   Release the cowl panel retainers along the base of the windshield using a plastic trim tool. Disengage any weatherstripping that overlaps the cowl. Lift the cowl panel away, taking care not to drag it across the stainless exoskeleton. Inspect clips and replace any that are broken or fatigued.
   ⚠Stainless exoskeleton — do not strike or pry against body panels. Use plastic tools only.
3. 3

   Disconnect wiper motor electrical connector
   Locate the wiper motor electrical connector on the motor housing. Release the connector lock and disconnect. Inspect the pins for corrosion or water intrusion. Note: this is a 48V LV circuit — handle carefully and do not allow pins to short to chassis.
   ⚠48V LV connectors can sustain an arc. Verify battery is disconnected before unplugging.
4. 4

   Unbolt wiper motor / linkage assembly from cowl structure
   Support the wiper motor and linkage assembly. Remove the bracket bolts securing the assembly to the cowl crossmember. The Cybertruck uses a single-arm wiper, but the motor is still mounted to a frame bracket under the cowl. Note bolt locations and lengths.
   Torque spec

   Bracket Bolts20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
5. 5

   Remove ground strap (if present)
   If a ground strap is bonded to the motor housing or frame, remove its retaining bolt. Clean the contact surfaces of any corrosion before reinstallation — a poor ground will cause intermittent wiper faults logged as motor errors.
   ℹ️Clean ground contact surfaces to bare metal for proper conductivity.
   Torque spec

   Ground Strap Bolt14 Nm (10 lb-ft)
6. 6

   Extract assembly from cowl cavity
   Carefully maneuver the wiper motor and linkage frame out through the cowl opening. The assembly may need to be tilted to clear surrounding structure. Do not force it past wiring harnesses or HVAC intake ducting.
7. 7

   Transfer linkage to new motor (if supplied separately)
   If the replacement is motor-only, transfer the linkage to the new motor per the Tesla Service Manual, ensuring the motor is in the park position before mating to the linkage. If supplied as a full assembly, skip to installation.
   ⚠Installing a motor not in the park position will cause the wiper to rest in the wrong location and may strike the A-pillar trim.
8. 8

   Install new wiper motor / linkage assembly
   Position the new assembly into the cowl cavity. Hand-start all bracket bolts before final tightening to avoid cross-threading. Torque the bracket bolts to specification.
   Torque spec

   Bracket Bolts20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
9. 9

   Reinstall ground strap
   Reattach the ground strap with clean contact surfaces. Torque to specification — proper grounding is critical to reliable 48V LV operation.
   Torque spec

   Ground Strap Bolt14 Nm (10 lb-ft)
10. 10

    Reconnect electrical connector
    Reseat the wiper motor connector until the lock fully engages. Verify the connector is fully seated — partial engagement at 48V can cause intermittent operation and connector burn-down.
11. 11

    Reinstall cowl panel
    Reseat the cowl panel and engage all clips. Replace any broken clips. Reinstall weatherstripping. Confirm the cowl sits flush — a misaligned cowl can allow water into the motor cavity.
12. 12

    Reinstall wiper arm
    Place the wiper arm onto the splined shaft aligned to the park position you marked with tape. Install the retaining nut and torque to OEM specification — refer to Tesla Service Manual. Reinstall the cap.
    ⚠Over-torquing the wiper arm nut can crack the splined hub; under-torquing causes the arm to slip and skip across the windshield.

Reassembly

1. Confirm cowl panel is fully seated and weatherstripping is in place.
2. Reconnect the 48V low-voltage battery, observing terminal torque.
3. Allow the vehicle to wake and complete its boot sequence (the Cybertruck may show wake-up alerts in the cluster — clear any present).

Verification

• Cycle the wipers through low, high, and intermittent speeds via the yoke control.
• Confirm the wiper parks at the marked position and does not contact the A-pillar trim or overshoot the wipe area.
• Test the windshield washer function — confirm spray and wipe sequence operates correctly. Top off washer fluid (system holds approximately 3.50 qt of windshield washer fluid).
• Check for any wiper-related fault codes or alerts on the touchscreen Service menu.
• Inspect under the cowl after the first rain or wash for water intrusion around the motor.
• Note: while you have the cowl off, this is also a convenient time to inspect the cabin air filter (Tesla recommends replacement every 2 years).

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