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Headlamp Wiper Performance And Reliability

No: 84/03/97/NAS

Ref: WSM section 84

Issue: 1

Date: 10/06/97

PRIDE V 6-28

Headlamp Wiper Performance and Reliability

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
RANGE ROVER (LP) Up to VA373249

SITUATION:

HEADLAMP WIPER BLADES DETACH

If the headlamp wiper blade experiences a large side load or resistance during its motion, such as ice accumulation or snow, the blades can separate from the wiper arms and fall off the vehicle. Inadequate retention clip strength is the probable cause.

RESOLUTION:

REPLACE HEADLAMP WIPER BLADE AND RETENTION CLIP

A redesigned wiper blade with an improved retention clip is now available. The new clip will prevent the headlamp wiper blades from separating from the wiper arm when experiencing higher than normal side loads.

NOTE:
The repairs outlined in this TIB are to be performed to resolve customer complaint of the symptoms described.

PARTS INFORMATION:

DKC100860 Headlamp wiper blade assembly Qty 2
(Blade retention clip included)

WARRANTY CLAIMS:

84.25.06 Time 0.25 hrs.
Replace headlamp wiper blade assembly

COMP CODE: 7R6D


Normal warranty policy and procedures apply

REPAIR PROCEDURE:

HEADLAMP WIPER BLADE REPLACEMENT

1. Follow instructions found in WSM section 84, and refit a new headlamp wiper blade assembly.