Get Emergencies -> Changing the windscreen wiper blades Guide for Cupra Formentor SUV First Generation (2020-2024)

Emergencies

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In vehicles fitted with a tyre pressure indi-

Close the bonnet page 322 .

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Tyres with directional tread pat-

tern

cator, adjust the pressure and store it in

memory page 346 .

Switch the ignition on and off.

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Press the windscreen wiper lever down-

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Tyres with directional tread pattern have

been designed to operate best when rotat-

ing in only one direction. An arrow on the

tyre sidewall indicates the direction of rota-

tion on tyres with directional tread. Always

observe the indicated direction of rotation in

order to guarantee optimum grip and help

avoid aquaplaning, excessive noise and

wear.

Have the tightening torque of the wheel

wards briefly page 123

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nuts checked as soon as possible with a tor-

que wrench page 49 . Meanwhile, drive

carefully.

Before driving, always lower the wiper arms.

Using the windscreen wiper lever, the wind-

screen wiper arms return to their initial posi-

tion.

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Have the flat tyre replaced as quickly as

possible.

Note

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The windscreen wiper arms can be

Changing the windscreen

wiper blades

moved to the service position only when

the bonnet is properly closed.

If the tyre is mounted in the opposite direc-

tion of rotation, drive with extreme caution,

as the tyre is no longer being used correctly.

This is of particular importance when the

road surface is wet. Change the tyre as soon

as possible or remount it with the correct di-

rection of rotation.

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You can also use the service position, for

example, if you want to fix a cover over the

windscreen in the winter to keep it clear of

ice.

Wiper service position

Works after changing a wheel

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Replace the wheel bolt caps.

Return all tools to their proper storing loca-

tion.

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If the replaced wheel does not fit in the

Fig. 40 Wipers in service position.

spare wheel housing, store it safely in the

luggage compartment page 134 .

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Ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen.

The wiper arms can be raised when the wip-

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Check the tyre pressure of the newly

mounted tyre as soon as possible.

ers are in service position Fig. 40 .

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Self-help

Damaged windscreen wiper blades should

be replaced immediately. These are available

from qualified workshops.

Changing the rear window wiper blade

Changing the wiper rear wiper

blades

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Separate the wiper arm from the rear win-

dow.

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Remove the blade from the holder below

Raising and lowering windscreen wiper

arms

the centre. During this operation, hold the

wiper arm firmly.

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Place the windscreen wipers in the service

position page 50 .

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Fit the new blade (of the same length and

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type) into the housing of the wipe arm by

pressing it in place. When doing so, hold the

wiper arm by the upper end.

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Grip the wiper arms only by the blade's fas-

tening point.

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Fold the wiper arm and rest it on the win-

dow.

Cleaning windscreen wiper blades

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Raise the wiper arms.

Fig. 41 Changing the windscreen wiper

blades

WARNING

Use a soft cloth to remove dust and dirt

from the windscreen wiper blades.

Worn or dirty windscreen wiper blades re-

duce visibility and increase the risk of acci-

dent and serious injury.

The windscreen wiper blades are supplied as

standard with a layer of graphite. This layer is

responsible for ensuring that the wipe is si-

lent. If the graphite layer is damaged, the

noise of the water as it is wiped across the

windscreen will be louder.

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If the blades are very dirty, a sponge or

damp cloth may be used

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Always replace damaged or worn wind-

screen wiper blades or blades that no lon-

ger clean the windscreen properly.

Changing the windscreen wiper blades

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Lift and unfold the wiper arms.

Press and hold release button Fig. 41

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Check the condition of the wiper blades reg-

ularly. If the wipers scrape across the glass,

they should be changed if they are damaged,

CAUTION

and pull gently on the wiper blade in the di-

rection of the arrow.

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Damaged or dirty windscreen wipers

could scratch the glass.

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Fit a new wiper blade of the same length

or cleaned if they are dirty

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If products containing solvents, rough

and design on to the wiper arm and hook it

into place.

If this does not produce the desired results,

the setting angle of the windscreen wiper

arms might be incorrect. They should be

checked by a specialised workshop and cor-

rected if necessary.

sponges or sharp objects are used to clean

the blades, the graphite layer will be dam-

aged.

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Rest the wiper arms back onto the wind-

screen.

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Never use fuel, nail varnish remover,

paint thinner or similar products to clean

the windows.

Emergencies -> Changing the windscreen wiper blades for Your Cupra Formentor SUV First Generation (2020-2024)

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