Wiper Arm - Comes Loose Over Time

911 Turbo
4/00 9219

Binder - 8/9, A/C & Electrics

7-27-00

Checking the Torque of the Wiper Arm

Vehicle Type:
911 Turbo (996)

Model Year:
As of 2001(1)

Concern:
Tightening torque of the wiper arm nut.

Information:
It is possible for the wiper arm nut to become loose over time. This could cause the wiper arm to rattle or rub on the windshield.

In case of customer complaints of this condition, the torque of the securing nut for the wiper arm should be checked. The tightening torque of the nut is 17 Nm (12.5 ftlb).

Literature:
911 Turbo (996) Technical Manual, Group 9:
92 19 19 - Wiper link





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