Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

WIPER ARM REPLACEMENT

TOOLS REQUIRED
J 39637 Wiper Arm Removal Tool

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Turn the wiper switch to DELAY.
3. Turn the ignition OFF when the wiper arms are paused at the bottom of the wipe pattern.
4. Remove the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Remove the wiper arm nut (2).




6. Using J 39637, remove the wiper arm from the wiper pivot shaft.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the wiper arms onto the wiper transmission pivot shaft.
2. Align the wiper blades ends to the alignment dots in the lower windshield blackout.




3. Install the wiper arm nut (2) and hold the wiper arm blades to the dots in the windshield blackout while tightening the nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
4. Install the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Operate the windshield wipers and inspect for proper operation and alignment.