Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Blade inspection
Blade replacement
Contamination of either the windscreen
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windscreen wipers.
When the wipers no longer clean ade-
quately, the blades may be worn or
cracked, and require replacement.
Common sources of contamination are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treat-
ments used by some commercial car
washes. If the blades are not wiping
properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water.
CAUTION
Do not allow the wiper arm to fall
against the windscreen, since it may
chip or crack the windscreen.
Front windscreen wiper blade
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, arms or other components,
do not:
• Use petrol, kerosene, paint thin-
ner, or other solvents on or near
them.
• Attempt to move the wipers manu-
ally.
• Use non-specified wiper blades.
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Commercial hot waxes applied by au-
tomatic car washes have been known
to make the windscreen difficult to
clean.
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1. Lift up the wiper blade clip. Then lift
up the wiper blade.
2. Whilst pushing the lock (1), pull down
the wiper blade (2).
Wiper blades are consumable item.
Normal wear of the wipers may not be
covered by your vehicle warranty.
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