Wiper Arm, Adjusting
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Procedure
-- Remove the wiper arm. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
-- Switch the ignition on.
-- Activate "rear wiping" and let the wiper arm run to end position.
-- Switch off the ignition.
-- Position the wiper arm with the wiper blade mounted on the windshield wiper axle and align the wiper blade to the rear window as follows:
- Dimension -a- = 20 + 5 mm
TIP:
The dimension is the distance between the wiper blade tip and the lower edge of the window.
-- Tighten the wiper arm nut.
-- Switch the ignition on.
-- Activate "rear wiping" and let the wiper arm run to end position.
-- Check the wiper arm adjustment again and correct if necessary.
Tightening Specifications
- Refer to OVERVIEW - REAR WINDOW WIPER SYSTEM