Windshield Wiper Protectors, Removing, Version 2

-- With the hood closed, switch the ignition on and off briefly.

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-- Within 10 seconds after switching off the ignition, move the windshield wiper lever downward to the one-touch wiping notch.

The wipers move into the service position.

-- Fold the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield.

CAUTION:

To prevent any damage, do not grip the wiper by the wiper blade.

-- Pull the protective strip upward off of the wiper blade as shown.

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-- Carefully place the wiper arm back on the windshield.

-- Now move the windshield wipers back into the park position by switching the ignition on and tapping the windshield wiper lever briefly. Switch the ignition off.