I had the linkage break on mine last month, one of the ball and socket joints would not hold together.Easy fix with these clips
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/LAND-ROVER-FREELANDER-WINDSCREEN-WIPER-MOTOR-LINKAGE-LINK-REPAIR-CLIP-KIT-STRONG/152577418208?hash=item238652a3e0:g:73oAAOSwPhdVEukj
Its easy to remove the skuttle panel to get to the wiper mechanism after the wiper arms are removed.The wiper mechanism is held in by 3 easy to access bolts and lifts out.The clips can then be fitted.