Removal and installation of wiper arms - ra82001400610x(0610)
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Model 140
Removal
Withdraw the ignition key when working on the wiper system. Movements at the wiper arm or wiper linkage may activate the park position automatic control with effect from ignition key position "1". This could result in hand injuries.
| Hood | open and raise to vertical position. |
| Nut (1) on right wiper arm mount | unscrew. |
| Wiper arm | shake loose. |
| Wiper arm | pull off (do not twist). |
Twisting can be avoided by inserting a screwdriver into the existing assembly hole (2) of the wiper arm mount. The screwdriver can then be used to produce a counter pressure.
| Left wiper arm | move to maximum extended stroke. |
| Cover (3) | press off toward wiper head. |
| Screw below this | unscrew from fixture. |
| Wiper arm | pull off; to do this grasp wiper arm at fixture to prevent it striking the windscreen. |
Installation
Installation is performed in the reverse order.
When installing the right wiper arm, maintain the distance "a" (35 mm) (wiper system in park position). Place a 35 mm gauge (made of wood or plastic) on the gear head. Place wiper arm against gauge and tighten nut (1).