Get Wipers (service position) Guide for Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

Service position

The wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position→ Fig. 1.

NOTICE

If work on the wiper arms is not performed carefully, this can result in damage to the bonnet, windscreen or wiper

arms.

● Lift the wiper arms carefully and always only when in service position.

● Never open the bonnet when the wiper arms are lifted off the windscreen.

● Always place the wiper arms back on the windscreen before starting a trip.

Fig. 1 On the windscreen: wipers in service position

(illustration).

Using the wiper lever to activate the service position

1. Park the vehicle.

2. Close the bonnet and the driver and front passenger doors.

3. Switch the ignition on and then off again.

4. Press the wiper lever briefly down in flick wipe direction.

Wipers move to service position.

Activating the service position via the Infotainment system

1. Park the vehicle.

2. Close the bonnet.

3. Switch on the ignition.

4. Tap the

function button.

Mirrors and

5. Select and tap function button wipers

Wipers in service

6. Tap the position

function button to activate or deactivate the service position.

If the checkbox in the function button is activated , the function is switched on.

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Lifting the wiper arms from the windscreen

1. Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting→

2. Hold and lift the wiper arms only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.

Placing the wiper arms on the windscreen

1. Before starting your journey, take hold of the wiper arms carefully and only in the area of the wiper blade

mounting and place them on the windscreen.

2. With the ignition switched on, press the wiper lever briefly in flick wipe direction.

The wiper arms move back to their starting position.

Cleaning and changing wiper blades

The factory-fitted wiper blades are coated with graphite. The graphite coating ensures that the wiper blade moves

quietly over the windscreen. If the graphite coating is damaged, the wiper will become louder.

Check the condition of the wiper blades on a regular basis. Rubbing wiper blades should be changed if damaged or

cleaned if dirty →

Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Wiper blades are available from a correspondingly qualified

workshop.

WARNING

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

● Always clean dirty wiper blades.

● Always change wiper blades if they are damaged or worn and no longer clean the windscreen properly.

NOTICE

Cleaning the wiper blades or windows with unsuitable cleaning agents can cause damage.

● Do not use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to clean the wiper blades and windows.

● Do not clean the wiper blades with hard sponges and other sharp-edged objects.

If wax residue from car washes or other care products remains on the vehicle windows, this can cause the

wipers to rub. Remove wax residue using a special cleaning product or cleaning cloths.

Cleaning wiper blades

Windscreen wipers: Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting.

1. Lift the wiper arms, holding the wiper arms only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.

2. Clean the wiper blades carefully using a damp sponge→

3. Carefully place the wiper arms back onto the windscreen.

Changing the windscreen wiper blades

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Fig. 1 On the windscreen: changing the wiper blades

Release button.

1. Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting.

2. Lift the wiper arms, holding the wiper arms only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.

3. Press and hold the release button and simultaneously pull off the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow

→ Fig. 1

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

5. Place the wiper arms carefully back onto the windscreen.

Changing the wiper blade for the rear window

Fig. 2 At the rear of the vehicle: changing the rear window

wiper blade.

Release button.

1. Lift the wiper arm and fold away, holding the wiper arm only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.

2. Press and hold the release button→ Fig. 2

3. Tilt the wiper blade in the direction of the wiper arm→ Fig. 2

at the same time. You may need to use some force to do this.

and pull it off in the direction of the arrow

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Wipers (service position) for Your Volkswagen California Van Fourth Generation (2024-2025)

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