Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

Remove or Disconnect

Tool Required:
J 39637 Wiper Arm Puller

1. Operate wipers at lowest DELAY setting, then shut off wipers at inner wipe (end of sweep) position. At tip of blade assembly, mark windshield to aid at installation. See last image for wipe pattern and inner wipe positions.
2. Raise hood (chev only).
3. Lift wiper arm nut cover (A) and remove nut (7).



4. Wiper arm (6) from linkage drive shaft using J 39637.
5. Wiper blade assembly.

Install or Connect

NOTICE: Refer to Service Precautions / Vehicle Damage Warnings / Fastener Requirements.

1.Wiper blade assembly, if removed.
2. Wiper arm (6;) on linkage drive shaft, with tip of blade assembly aligned with mark made at removal.
IMPORTANT
^ If wipers could not be stopped at inner wipe position for wiper arm removal, position blade tip(s) according to dimensions given in Figure 11.
3. Nut (7)on linkage drive shaft.
IMPORTANT
^ It may be necessary to allow for some movement of a wiper arm when its nut is being tightened. If wiper arm moves away from desired alignment mark, loosen nut (7) and reposition wiper arm.
Tighten
^ Nut (7) to 32 Nm (24 lb ft) while holding wiper arm.
4. Close nut cover (A,).
5. Close hood.
Inspect
^ Run wipers and check for proper wipe pattern.
^ Shut off wipers and check for correct park position.