Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

Hose, Cap, And Nut Removal (Typical):

Wiper Arm Assembly Removal (Typical):

Pin Or Pop Rivet Insertion (Typical):

Wiper Arm Assembly Installation (Typical):

Blade Wipe Pattern Check:

Remove or Disconnect
1. If required, run wipers to park position.
2. Nozzle hose (5) from connector (6).
3. Protective cap (4).
4. Lift wiper arm assembly (8) and insert a suitable pin or pop rivet completely through the two holes located next to pivot of arm assembly.
5. Nut (7).
6. Arm assembly off its transmission drive shaft using a battery terminal puller.

Clean
^ Knurls of transmission drive shaft with a suitable wire brush.

7. Wiper blade assembly, if required.

Install or Connect

NOTICE: Refer to Service Precautions.

1. Wiper blade assembly, if removed.
2. Wiper arm assembly (8) 25 mm (1 in.) below stop surface of park ramp.
3. Pivot prevention pin from wiper arm.
4. New nut (7).

Tighten
^ Nut (7) to 30 N.m (22 lb. ft.).

5. Lift replaced arm assembly over park ramp.
6. Nozzle hose (5) to connector (6).
7. Protective cap (4).

Inspect
^ Run wipers and check for correct wipe pattern. LH blade tip should wipe to a limit of 25-38 mm (1-1.5 in.) from outside edge of glass. RH blade should overlap into LH wipe pattern.
^ Shut off wipers and check for proper park position.