Wiper Woes on 96 ES

[sassee]

Help!

The wipers quit on my daughters 96 ES. The wiper motor was turning, but the arms weren't moving. I pulled the whole assembly out and found the culprit. The rods attached to the wiper motor use plastic connectors (kinda like a ball and joint connector). One of these connectors is worn-out and keeps popping off.

QUESTION: Can just these connectors be replaced or do you have to buy a complete assembly??? I called a local Dodge Dealer and parts guy said I have to by a wiper motor ($200) and the motor comes with new rods attached. I checked Advance Auto and Auto Zone, they have the motors in stock but the rods do not come on them??? My wiper motor is fine, can I buy just the connectors or the rod assembly somewhere???

[1thunder]

yes you can buy the upper and lower links seperate part# for upper is4723417
and lower is 4723416 also make sure the pivots aren't siezing causing this wear

[sassee]

Thanks!

It's crazy that Dodge won't sell the plastic connectors, but then they wouldn't be making all of that money now would they?