Windshield Wiper System

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331
Pry Lever 80-200
Puller T10369

CAUTION:

Follow the procedure in the appropriate service information when disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Removal

-- Deactivate APP function. Refer to WIPER MOTOR ALTERNATING PARK POSITION FUNCTION, DEACTIVATING .

-- Let wiper run into rest position and then switch off ignition.

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

NOTE:

In order remove the wiper frames with linkages and the wiper motor, remove the wiper arms and plenum chamber cover. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS and PLENUM CHAMBER COVER

Installation

Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Frame Securing Pin And Grommet

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-- Install the wiper frame in reverse order.

NOTE:

While installing, securing pin -2- of wiper frame must be inserted into grommet -1- on bulkhead.

-- Tighten the threaded connections to the specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SYSTEM OVERVIEW .

-- Connect harness connector to wiper motor connection and engage it.

-- Install the plenum chamber cover. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Connect battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Install wiper arms. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER ARMS .