Wiper Arm: Service and Repair

Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement

Special Tools

J 39637 Wiper Arm Puller

Removal Procedure




1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Turn the wiper switch to DELAY.
3. Turn the ignition OFF when the wiper arms are paused at the bottom of the wipe pattern.
4. Remove the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Remove the wiper arm nut (2).




6. Using J 39637 , remove the wiper arm from the wiper pivot shaft.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the wiper arms onto the wiper transmission pivot shaft.
2. Align the wiper blades ends to the alignment dots in the lower windshield blackout.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the wiper arm nut (2) and hold the wiper arm blades to the dots in the windshield blackout while tightening the nut. Tighten the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
4. Install the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Operate the windshield wipers and inspect for proper operation and alignment.