Get Windshield wipers -> Cleaning and changing wiper blades Guide for Volkswagen Atlas SUV First Generation (2018-2023)

Extraction hook for removing the center wheel covers, wheel hub covers, or wheel bolt covers.

Vehicle jack. Before putting the vehicle jack away, crank the vehicle jack claw all the way down.

Lug wrench.

Crank.

Jack maintenance

Generally, the vehicle jack does not need any maintenance.

1. If necessary, apply universal lubricant to the jack.

Windshield wipers

Putting the windshield wipers in the service position

In the service position, the wiper arms can be lifted off of the windshield.

Fig. 171 Windshield wipers in service position (general example).

Activate the service position using the windshield wiper lever

1. Close the hood, driver and front passenger door.

2. Switch the ignition off and on again.

3. Brieﬂy press the windshield wiper lever towards “one-tap wiping” ⇒ Operating the windshield wiper lever .

Lifting the windshield wiper arms

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting ⇒

2. Only hold and lift wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

Placing the windshield wiper arms back

1. Carefully place the wiper arms back in position before driving, and only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

2. When the ignition is switched on, press the windshield wiper lever brieﬂy towards “one-tap wiping”.

The wiper arms move back to the original position.

NOTICE

Improper lifting and placing of wiper arms can damage the engine hood, windshield and wiper arms.

Lift the wiper arms only in the service position.

Always place the wiper arms against the windshield before driving.

Cleaning and changing wiper blades

Wiper blades with a graphite coating are installed at the factory. The graphite coating allows the wiper blade to glide easily over the window. A damaged graphite

coating creates an increased noise level when wiping the window.

Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly. If wiper blades are rubbing, replace them if they are damaged or clean them if they are dirty

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Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Wiper blades can be obtained from suitably qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting

an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Cleaning the wiper blades

Windshield wiper: Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting.

1. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

2. Clean the wiper blades carefully with a damp sponge ⇒

3. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

Changing the windshield wiper blades

Fig. 172 Changing the windshield wiper blades.

Unlock button of the wiper blade.

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting.

2. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

3. Press and hold the release button and remove the wiper blade at the same time in the direction of the arrow ﬁg. 172

4. Insert a new wiper blade of the same length and type on the respective wiper arm until it engages.

5. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

Changing the rear window wiper blade

Fig. 173 Changing the rear window wiper blade.

Unlock button of the wiper blade.

1. To lift a windshield wiper arm, hold it only in the area where it attaches to the wiper blade.

2. Lift the wiper arm and fold it out.

3. Press and hold the release button ﬁg. 173

4. Tilt the wiper blade toward the wiper arm ﬁg. 173

while removing it in the direction of the arrow

. You may need to use more force to do this.

5. Slide a new wiper blade with the same length and design onto the wiper arm in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages ﬁg. 173

the wiper blade has to be folded out ﬁg. 173

. For this to wor

6. Place the wiper arm carefully on the rear window.

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WARNING

Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents and serious injuries.

Always replace wiper blades if they are damaged or worn and are no longer cleaning the windshield sufﬁciently.

NOTICE

Damaged or dirty wiper blades can scratch the window glass.

Do not use any cleaning materials containing solvents, hard sponges, and other sharp-edged objects because they can damage the graphite coating on

the wiper blades.

Do not clean the windshield and windows with fuel, nail polish remover, paint thinner, or other similar ﬂuids.

If there is wax residue on the windshield and rear window from car wash systems and other products, this can cause the windshield wipers to rub. Remove any

wax residue with a special cleaner or cleaning towels.

Exterior lighting

Introduction

Before performing bulb replacement, check if it is an incandescent bulb or an LEDs light. Generally, light bulbs can be replaced by yourself. If the exterior lighting on

your vehicle is equipped with LED technology, it is not possible to change LED lights or individual LEDs by yourself. The malfunction of individual LEDs may be an

indication that more LEDs will malfunction. If this is the case, have the LEDs checked and/or replaced if necessary by suitably qualiﬁed professionals. Volkswagen

recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Driving with exterior lighting that is inoperative may be against the law.

Additional bulb speciﬁcations

Some bulbs may have certain manufacturer speciﬁcations that differ from conventional light bulbs. The respective name will be on the bulb socket or glass bulb.

WARNING

Accidents can occur if the road is not well lit and the vehicle cannot be seen by others on the road, or is very difﬁcult to see by others.

WARNING

Changing the bulbs incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.

Always read and observe the warnings before performing any work in the engine compartment ⇒ Safety precautions for working in the engine

compartment. The engine compartment in any motor vehicle is a potentially dangerous area that can cause serious personal injury.

Be aware that halogen bulbs are under pressure and can break during bulb replacement.

Only change affected bulbs when they have cooled down completely.

Never perform a bulb replacement if you are not familiar with the required activities. If you are not sure what to do, have the work performed by an

authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility qualiﬁed in this respect. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized

Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Components with sharp edges are located on the headlight housing and on the taillight housing. Protect your hands during bulb replacement.

NOTICE

Water entering the headlight housing can damage the electrical system.

After a bulb replacement, always ﬁt the covers on the headlight housing.

Always check that the covers have been ﬁtted correctly.

Information on bulb replacement

Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒

and Introduction.

Always perform the following activities for bulb replacement in the speciﬁed sequence ⇒

1. Park the vehicle a safe distance away from moving trafﬁc on level and solid ground as soon as possible.

2. Set the electronic parking brake.

3. Switch the lights off.

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