Swiffer WetJet Motor Replacement

Introduction

These days disposing of things that do not work in the house is more common than trying to repair them. I believe people should learn how to fix things before they spend more money on another product. Today I will revive and restore the Swiffer WetJet, this guide will help anyone with a broken Swiffer to change the motor in order for it to work again.

What you need

Step 1 Swiffer WetJet Motor Replacement

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Remove the cleaning solution, batteries and the battery container.
Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the screw (1.4x6.0mm) at the bottom of the WetJet.
Remove two more screws (1.4x5.0mm) in the interior where the cleaning solution is placed.

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Step 2

Use two hands to remove the cover of the Swiffer by lifting the bottom part with one hand while with the other hand pull the cover from the cleaning solution release button.

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Step 3

Dissasemble the head of the Swiffer WetJet to leave the engine alone and be able to work with it freely.

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Step 4

Remove the internal screw (1.4x5.0mm) that holds the release cleaning solution button.

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Step 5

With a flathead screwdriver (1/4), deatach the button to release the cleaning solution by lifting it with your hands.

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Step 6

Remove the spring of the release button.

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Step 7

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the three screws (1.4x6.0mm) that hold the motor compartment.

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Step 8

Once removed detach the motor.

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Step 9

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Using the same Phillips screwdriver (#0) remove another three screws (1.2x10mm) to release the motor.
Detach the cleaning solution tube.
Remove the two power cables and the motor will be released.