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PIVOT Arm: Removal

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NOTE: The windshield wiper pivot arm (17526) can be removed at any point in the wiper sweep without the use of tools
  1. Release the pivot arm locking lever.
    1. Carefully raise the windshield wiper blade away from the windshield glass (03100) until it stops.
    2. Pull the locking lever away from the windshield wiper pivot arm.
    Fig 1: Releasing Pivot Arm Locking Lever
    G01441795Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Lift the windshield wiper pivot arm from the windshield wiper mounting arm and pivot shaft (17566).
    Fig 2: Lifting Windshield Wiper Pivot Arm From Windshield Wiper Mounting Arm And Pivot Shaft
    G01441796Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.