I just did this on my 2012 Equinox and have to tell you this video was a great help. I was able to pull the old one and install the new one in about 30 minutes. Appreciate your clear directions.
Just found your video because I got a recall notice for our 2015 Equinox for this same issue. We haven't had this issue, but after seeing your video and some others, I'll definitely be looking into the fix/replacement.
You are my RU-vid University Hero! I don't think I would have even tried this if I didn't see your video. My "timing" on blades was a bit off but eventually I got it. Keep posting--for I, too have a POS Equinox... Thank you so much...!
I just drilled a hole straight through the bushing from top to bottom, Popped a cotter pin through, And was good to go. Don't know how long it will last, but traded it in a year after the repair and was still holding.
@@laceyurdiales6888 it lasted a year and I traded it in, At that point it was still holding. I did the same fix on a friend's Pontiac G6 also, And that's been holding the past 6-7 months or so now.
Just changed the connectors on my 2011 GMC Terrain following your instructions in this video. Worked PERFECTLY, especially the 5/8 and 7/8 field hack. Saved me a bunch of money. Thank you for making this video!
thank you for the video. I used the 7/8th socket with a 5/8th socket, along with a c clamp used for calipers. no grease needed, so far its held together!
There is a recall on the 2013 Chevy Equinox for this windshield wiper issue. They haven't yet expanding it to other model years. But I had the same issue with my 2015. I've replaced the wiper transmission 2, with the Dorman model, and its always that same bushing. Always fails in the rain too. As if when the motor is turning that final small arm gets in a bad position and has some resistance, then it all breaks. Thanks for the video.
Me and you are riding in the same boat man. I've had to work on my wife's several times. It never seems to hold up. New line of SUV's.. Chevrolet POS Series.
Thanks for the tip man Good video I found out too it's a little easier if you heat it up with a heat gun you can push it on by hand worked out for me I broke the first two.lol
Dag bro, I just finished watching another one of your videos about this from about a year prior; sorry to see that you are in the same boat and definitely sorry to see that it stopped during your conclusion demonstration 🤦🏾♂️ I have the same problem so I was rooting for it to work this time. Welp, time for me to go out there and see what I can figure out about mine. Thanks for the walk-thru (again).
@@northcackalackylife6175 I might’ve 🤔… a few days ago I took it to an automotive shop down the street but they said they couldn’t find the part anywhere and told me to take it to the dealership. I’ll hit them up about the recall, thanks!
My last bushing replacement lasted six months.....saw a video where someone suggested thermoplastic. Another suggested zip ties to keep it in place. Almost opted for the entire transmission but haven't got there yet.......
2014 purchased new has the same issue at 132K miles, bought the ac delco replacement online for $67 shipped including motor. smh, mechanic wanted over $400 to replace it, I am with you- and also done with Chevy due to their poor engineering
Thank u this video helped me alot... just for the end when u talk about it going backwards I seemed to have that happen but It was the placement of the arms...
Just had the same problem. Though I just Mickey Moused it for now - using thick rubber bands to keep it from popping out. I'll deal with actually replacing it in the spring.
To all who have spent money on this fix, you can be reimbursed. GM has a special coverage adjustment for the wiper transmission static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2019/MC-10171252-9999.pdf for vehicles 2010 - 2012 and 2014 - 2017 for Equinox and Terrain
Did this today on a 2010 and it sucks azz those bushings were cheap kept popping off after putting on and wipers goung wrong way lol took off and on 20 times or more best thing is JUST BUY A NEW ASSEMBLY instead of wasted hours trying to figure it out😂 oh if the motor is good you can just buy the linkage save a few dollars
Why buy new linkage if it has the same plastic pieces... I just read a guy said he drilled a hole through the nipple and used a cotter pin. I'm in the same boat as you but am considering the drilling method because the plastic will probably keep stripping.
Where in the hell were you able to find the wiper linkage bushings I've been looking for the wiper transmission bushing everywhere and cannot find it. Can you please tell me where you found them
Same problem definitely would have worked if you drilled out the middle and connected with something that way. How’s the car in oil they have an engine defect from that year even a recall because the engine burns off the oil The car runs you just got to keep feeding it oil
Hi there, I need to check the hose on my 2016 equinox as the fluid doesn't spray but yet the bottle empties and the motor runs. Was glad to watch your video but I need to know how to remove the four tabs at the beginning. I don't want to break them! Do you have to squeeze when you pull them up or just go for it? Please let me know if you get a chance, thanks!
I had a fleet of HHRs I could drill them out and nut and bolt. 2015 No room for nut and bolt. I like the idea of the Delco replacement. Gonna try other sizes to see first.
Bro , that sucks , I have a 2012 about to change the bushings out right now , I see I’m gonna be taken for a ride on this lol did you end up buying a whole new linkage ? 😊
Is it a different issue when one side (passenger) is still working fine & other (driver) is not? So far I've only gone as far as popping off the black plastic cap off the non-functional one to see if maybe bolt was still moving but the arm was just slipping (it was not moving)
Richard Ehrne It’s hard to explain, just have to play around with it. When you put it back together the arms on the transmission assembly must have moved. You can snap turn the motor by hand and watch the screws that the wipers attach to turn. If they are turning in opposite directions it’s wrong.
I just ordered a new one Fam 😩 from all the compliments I've seen replacing bushings isn't worth it cuz they break so easily. I have 2012 Terrain I've been waiting for these things to break since I've seen the recall but not on mine only 2013- 2015 are recalled! Of course they broke on the worst day possible biblical rain at least they 🛑 while I was pulling into work. Easy enough to fix diy but poor design by GM. Rubbish ass Suv!!!
Check out my latest video of what I think will be a permanent or at least long term fix. It’s a little bit of a rig job but cost and difficulty is relatively low.
GM is the piece of crap , they should have never allowed this design to leave the factory, and won't even allow you to purchase the correct replacement bushings.
Don't ever buy a 2012 either same problem also when it came out of the dealer it had bad rings using oil like crazy . It took a whole year for the dealer to get an okay from general motors to overhaul the engine. And the worst part it was my daughter's car and I talked her into buying it. piece of crap 😠
Dorman doesnt make them at all for this vehicle!! You buy a new wiper transmission without the motor. Or go to the junkyard, but you dont know how long it will last. The part number he is using is for a damn Nissan or something!!!
I’m pretty sure you’re wrong on that but I don’t have time to verify. It was an exact match to the one I took off. I’ll take your word for it but I don’t think a different bushing would do any good it’s just a sorry piece of crap from the start
Well being a FULL-TIME mechanic YOU are wrong! You provided the wrong part number to everyone here!! The DORMAN CATALOG i have here beside me says its for NISSAN VEHICLES!! www.dormanproducts.com/p-7639-49449.aspx?origin=keyword. This is from online. And this IS WHY your bushings popped off 10 TIMES!!!! Im not trying to be an ass. I want you to learn from YOUR mistake!! Ive made plenty myself. Just because something "looks" IDENTICAL doesnt mean it will fit.
Ive been using these dorman bushings FOR SEVERAL YEARS and they have never popped back off and NEVER came back to my shop!!! You must use them for THE CORRECT VEHICLE!!
