Wiper Pivot: Service and Repair

Wiper Pivot Arm

Removal

CAUTION: Always protect paintwork and glass when removing exterior components.
1 Open the hood.




2 Remove the RH air intake cover.
- Remove the 3 clips.




3
CAUTION: Wipers arms do not lock in the upright position. Windshield damage may occur if the wiper pivot arms are allowed to drop against the glass.
NOTE:
RH illustration shown, LH is similar
Remove the windshield wiper arms.
- Remove the 2 access plugs.
- Remove the 2 nuts.
- Disconnect the 2 washer jet blocks from the cowl vent screen.




4 Remove the wiper blades.
- Release the 2 clips.

Installation
1 Install the wiper blades.
- Position the locating clip in the upright position.
- Position the blade at the end of the arm.
- Secure the clip.
- Repeat for the other side




2
CAUTION: Incorrect fitting of the wiper pivot arms will result in damage to the bonnet on closure.
NOTE:
Align the wiper with the mark on the windscreen.
NOTE:
LH illustration shown, RH is similar.
Install the windshield wiper arm.
- Make sure the spindle is free from contamination.
- Apply gentle pressure on the pivot arm hinge to make sure the pivot arm is located evenly.
- Lightly tighten the nut.
- Align the tip of the wiper blade with the mark on the windshield.
- Tighten the nut to 23 Nm (17 lb.ft).
- Install the covers.
- Connect the washer jet hose block.
- Repeat for the other side.
3 Install the RH air intake cover.