Install left and right wiper arm
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Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Install left and right wiper arm
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The window wiper system must be in the zero position.
After installing the cowl cover and before installing the wiper arms:
Operate the window wiper system one time, to ensure the window wiper system has the correct installation position.
The window wiper system must be in the zero position.
After installing the cowl cover and before installing the wiper arms:
Operate the window wiper system one time, to ensure the window wiper system has the correct installation position.
- Insert the wiper arms (3).
- Correctly position the wiper arm (2) in relation to the window edge (1).
TECHNICAL DATA SPECIFICATION
| Distance from window pane edge to wiper blade | |
|---|---|
| Wiper arm right (A) | 65 mm |
| Wiper arm left (B) | 58 mm |
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Tighten nut (2).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Windshield wiper arm | ||
|---|---|---|
| Combination hexagon nut | tightening torque | 35 Nm |
- Connect the protective cap (1).
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING THE WIPER BLADE .