Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise the hood.
2. Using a flat-bladed tool, gently pry the cap (1) from the front wiper arm (4).
3. Remove the nut (2) securing the front wiper arm to the drive spindle (3).
4. Remove the wiper arm (4) from the drive spindle (3), taking care not to allow the wiper arm (4) to contact the rear edge of the hood.
5. Remove the wiper blade assembly from the wiper arm, if required.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm, if removed.

IMPORTANT: There is a specific wiper arm for each side of the vehicle. The arms are identified by the letters LHD D for the drivers side (2), and letters LHD P for the passengers side (1), located on the underside of the arm.




2. Ensure the wiper motor linkages are in the parked position.
3. Install the wiper arm assembly (2) onto the drive spindle (1).
4. Hold the measuring device at a 90 degree angle to the wiper blade while maintaining the following distances:
- Install the right arm so that the blade is positioned with the tip: 30-40 mm (1.18-1.57 in) (3) above the edge of the air inlet screen (4).
- Install the left arm so that the blade is positioned with the tip: 30-40 mm (1.18-1.57 in) (3) above the edge of the air inlet screen (4).




5. Install the wiper arm nut (2) to the drive spindle (3).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the nut to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

6. Install the wiper arm nut cover (1).
7. Lower the hood.
8. Operate the windshield wipers and inspect for proper operation.