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Wiper Arm Adjustment

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  1. Operate front wiper motor one full cycle, then turn "OFF" (Auto Stop).
  2. Lift the wiper blade up and then rest it onto glass surface, check the blade clearance "L1" and "L2".

    Clearance "L1": 30.5 - 45.5 mm (1.201 -1.791 in) 

    Clearance "L2": 32.5 - 47.5 mm (1.280 -1.870 in) 

    Fig 1: Adjusting Front Wiper Arm
    G04903880Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  3. If adjustment is necessary, reposition wiper arm on wiper motor pivot shaft to above specified blade clearance.
  4. Tighten wiper arm nut to specified torque, and install wiper arm covers. Refer to wiper arm installation.
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