61 71 004 Adjusting washer jets for windscreen washer system

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Triple nozzle system

Fig 1: Identifying Washer Spray Jet Adjusting Values (Triple Nozzle System)

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The spray jets should hit the middle of the wiping area.

Adjustment values in mm

A1= 200	D1= 230
A2= 400	D2= 350
B1= 400	E1= 500
B2= 400	E2= 350
C1= 450	F1= 550
C2= 450	F2= 350

NOTE: If necessary, remove adhesive residue from windscreen.

Fill up with washer fluid.

NOTE: Washer jets are preset; in case of customer complaint, the setting can be adjusted as needed.

Changes in the setting must take into account the possible driving situations (high/low speed; with/without washing additive) and must be performed with care.

If necessary, adjust left/right or middle washer jet (1) by way of screw (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Washer Jet With Screw

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