Windshield Wiper System
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331
- Pry Lever 80-200
- Puller T10369
Follow the procedure in the Repair Instructions when disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to 2.0L, 2.5L: BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING or 3.2L: BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .
Removing
-- 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 2.0L, 2.5L BATTERY, DISCONNECTING or 3.2L BATTERY, DISCONNECTING .
In order to be able to remove wiper frames with linkages and wiper motor, wiper arms, plenum chamber cover, and air guide trim must be removed.
Installing
-- Install wiper frame in reverse sequence. While installing, securing pin -2- of wiper frame must be inserted into grommet -1- on bulkhead.
-- Tighten all threaded connections to the specification shown in TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .
-- Connect harness connector to wiper motor connection and engage it.
-- Install air duct trim in reversed sequence.
-- Install plenum chamber cover. Refer to Description and Operation .
-- Connect battery. Refer to 2.0L, 2.5L BATTERY, CONNECTING or 3.2L BATTERY, CONNECTING .
-- Install wiper arms. Refer to WIPER ARMS .