Windshield Wipers, Windshield Washer System - Operational Inspection - AP82.35-P-8252H
Model 118.3
Shown on model 118.303, spray pattern on windshield
Shown on model 118.303
Shown on model 118.303
| Injury hazard from pinching and crushing, in extreme cases extremities can even be cut off when caught in windshield wiper mechanism. | When working on the windshield wiper mechanism, always switch off the ignition and store transmitter key outside of transmission range (at least 2 m). | AS82.30-Z-0001-01A | |
| Risk of fire and explosion caused by ignition of window washing fluid or antifreeze and their vapors. Risk of poisoning caused by swallowing window washing fluid or antifreeze or inhaling their vapors. Risk of injury or physical irritations caused by contact of window washing fluid or antifreeze with eyes, mucous membranes or skin. | Wear protective clothing and tight-fitting safety glasses. No open flames, fire or ignition sources. Avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes and skin. When working with window washing fluids or antifreeze, do not eat, drink, or smoke. Do not inhale vapors and ensure sufficient ventilation in the working area. Store window washing fluid and antifreeze leakfree in safely closed original containers and out of the reach of children. | AS82.35-Z-0001-01A | |
| Preparatory activity | |||
| 1 | Close hood. | ||
| 2 | Close liftgate, doors, sliding sunroof and side windows. | ||
| 3 | Switch electronic ignition lock control unit to position "2" (circuit 15). | ||
| Check/correct | |||
| 4 | Check spray nozzles (5) of windshield washer system on windshield for proper operation and setting. | Torx® 10 If the spray jet does not impact in the marked area on the windshield, ↓ Correct setting of affected spray nozzles (5) via setting screws (6). If a spray nozzle (5) is clogged, ↓ clean spray nozzle (5) and/or blow out using compressed air from inside to outside or replace spray nozzle (5). |
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| 5 | Check park position of left windshield wiper blade (1) and right windshield wiper blade (2) on the windshield. | markings "A" and "B" (see arrows) on windshield and they may be offset by no more than 10 mm (0.39 Inch) upwards or downwards. If the ends of the wiper blades deviate from the park position, ↓ Check and adjust wiper arms. |
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| 6 | Spray water using windshield washer system onto windshield. | ||
| 7 | Switch on the windshield wipers at highest setting. | ||
| 8 | Check setting of wiper arms on windshield. | Damage can otherwise occur. If problems are determined, ↓ rectify the problems. |
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| Finishing activity | |||
| 9 | Switch electronic ignition lock control unit to position "0". | ||
| 10 | Check/correct fluid level of windshield washer system. | Only for service with Plus package. | AP82.35-P-8210D |