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 ⇒
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3. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.
Changing the windshield wiper blades
Fig. 147 Changing the windshield wiper blades.
Wiper blade release button.
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 fig. 147
.
4. Tilt the wiper blade toward the wiper arm fig. 147
while removing it in the direction of the arrow
. You may need t
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. 147 . For this to work, the wiper blade has to be folded out fig. 147
.
6. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.
Changing the rear window wiper blade
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