Lighting and visibility
F In the minute following ignition switch-off,
any operation of the wiper control stalk will
position the wiper blades vertically.
F Proceed with the desired operation or the
replacement of the wiper blades.
To maintain the effectiveness of the wiper
blades, it is advisable to:
Do not touch the wiper blade in case you
cause irreparable damage.
Do not release them while moving them –
Risk of damaging the windscreen!
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handle them with care,
clean them regularly using soapy
water,
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avoid using them to retain cardboard
on the windscreen,
replace them at the first signs of wear.
F Clean the windscreen using a windscreen
After refitting a front wiper blade
cleaning fluid.
F To return the wiper blades to their initial
position, switch on the ignition and operate
the wiper control stalk.
Do not apply "Rain X" type beading
products.
F Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you
and remove it.
F Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the
arm.
F Repeat the procedure for the other wiper
blade.
Before removing a front wiper
Changing a wiper blade
Removing/refitting at the
front
F Starting with the wiper blade closest to you,
once again hold the each arm by the rigid
section, then fold it carefully, guiding it to
the windscreen.
Removing/refitting at the rear
F Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it
as far as possible.
F Clean the rear window using windscreen
washing fluid.
F Unclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.
F Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the
arm.
F Once again hold the arm by the rigid section
then fold it carefully, guiding it to the rear
window.
F Carry out these wiper blade replacement
operations from the driver's side.
F Starting with the wiper blade farthest from
you, hold each arm by the rigid section and
raise it as far as possible.
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