WIPER BLADES: replacement
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades 2
To replace the wipers, first put them in the service positionB.
With the engine running or the ignition on:
- set the stalk 1 to position A twice in succession (single sweep): the wiper blades will stop in position B away from the bonnet;
- lift the wiper arm 3;
- lower the 4 tab then remove the blade 2.
To refit
To refit the wiper blade 2, insert it in its housing in the arm 3, then clip it until you hear a click. Make sure that the blade is correctly locked in position.
To return the blades to lowered position, make sure that the blades are folded down onto the windscreen then set the 1 stalk to position A (single sweep): the windscreen wiper blades will fold into the bonnet when the ignition is switched on.
Check the condition of the wiper blades. You are responsible for their service life:
- clean the blades, windscreen and rear screen regularly with soapy water;
- do not use them when the windscreen or rear screen are dry;
- free them from the windscreen or rear screen when they have not been used for a long time.
Rear screen wiper blade 5
Stalk in stop position (deactivated):
- lift the wiper arm 6;
- turn the blade horizontally 5 (movement B) until it unclips;
- remove the blade by pulling it.
To refit
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in reverse order to removal. Make sure that the blade is correctly locked in position.
Check the condition of the wiper blades.
- clean the blades, windscreen and rear screen regularly with soapy water;
- do not use them when the windscreen or rear screen are dry;
- free them from the windscreen or rear screen when they have not been used for a long time.
- In frosty weather, make sure that the wiper blades are not stuck by ice (to avoid the risk of the motor overheating).
- Check the condition of the wiper blades. Replace the wiper blades as soon as they begin to lose efficiency (approximately once a year).
When changing the blade, when it has been removed, do not let the wiper arm fall against the window: risk of breaking the window.
Before changing the rear wiper blade, make sure the stalk is in the stop position (deactivated).
Risk of injury.
