If and when -> Wiper blades for Your Volkswagen E Golf 4 Door Second Generation (2017-2020)

Wiper blades  
Service position  
Fig. 1 Wipers in service position.  
The wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position. Carry out the  
following steps to move the wipers to the service position Fig. 1 :  
Activating service position  
The bonnet must be closed (→ In the engine compartment, Operation).  
Switch the ignition on and then off again.  
Push the wiper lever downwards briefly.  
Lifting the windscreen wiper arms  
Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting →  
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When lifting a wiper arm, hold it only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.  
Place the wiper arms back onto the windscreen before driving away. With the ignition switched  
on, briefly press the wiper lever down to bring the wiper arms back to the original position.  
NOTICE  
In order to prevent damage to the bonnet and the wiper arms, the windscreen wiper arms  
should only be lifted when in the service position.  
Always return the wiper arms to the windscreen before starting your journey.  
Cleaning and replacing wiper blades  
Fig. 1 Changing the windscreen wiper blades.  
Fig. 2 Changing the rear window wiper blade.  
The factory-fitted windscreen wiper blades are coated with graphite. The graphite coating  
ensures that the wiper blade moves quietly over the window. 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 →  
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Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Wiper blades can be obtained from a  
qualified workshop.  
Cleaning wiper blades  
Note for the windscreen wipers: move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting them  
(→ Wiper blades, Operation).  
When lifting a wiper arm, hold it only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.  
Clean the wiper blades carefully using a damp sponge →  
Place the wiper arms carefully back onto the windscreen.  
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Changing the windscreen wiper blades  
Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting (→ Wiper blades, Operation).  
When lifting a wiper arm, hold it only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.  
Press and hold the release button and simultaneously pull off the wiper blade in the direction  
of the arrow Fig. 1 1 .  
Insert a new wiper blade with the same length and design onto the wiper arm. Push it on until  
it engages.  
Place the wiper arms carefully back onto the windscreen.  
Changing the wiper blade for the rear window  
When lifting a wiper arm, hold it only in the area of the wiper blade mounting.  
Lift and fold back the wiper arm.  
Press and hold the release button Fig. 2 1 .  
Tilt the wiper blade in the direction of the wiper arm Fig. 2 (arrow A ) and pull it off in the  
direction of the arrow B at the same time. You may need to use some force to do this.  
Insert a new wiper blade with the same length and design onto the wiper arm against the  
direction of the arrow. Push it on until it engages Fig. 2 (arrow B ). The wiper blade must  
be in the folded back position Fig. 2 (arrow A ).  
Carefully place the wiper arm back onto the rear window.  
WARNING  
Worn or dirty windscreen wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents and  
severe injuries.  
Always change wiper blades if they are damaged or worn and no longer clean the window  
properly.  
NOTICE  
Damaged or dirty wipers can scratch the windows.  
Do not use any detergents containing solvents, hard sponges and other sharp objects, as  
they can damage the graphite coating of the wiper blades during cleaning.  
Do not use fuel, nail varnish remover, paint thinner or similar products to clean the windows.  
Wax deposits on the windscreen and rear window could cause the wiper blades to rub.  
Remove wax residue using a special cleaning product or cleaning cloths.