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Ka 1997 (09.1996-)
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501-16 Wipers and Washers
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Windshield Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment
Wipers and Washers - Windshield Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment
Ka 1997 (09/1996-)
General Procedures
Special Tool(s)
Wiper arm adjuster
32-006
Standard preparatory measures.
Lay protective covers over the fenders.
NOTE:
The wiper motor must be in the parked position.
NOTE:
The special tool must rest on the windscreen/rear window at all three contact points.
Wiper Arm - Adjust (all)
Detach the wiper blade.
Clamp the special tool to the wiper arm and rest it on the windscreen/rear window.
Read off the angle formed at the windscreen/rear window (required value: see General Specifications).
NOTE:
To correct the angle, lift the tool off the glass to avoid damaging the glass.
Adjust the wiper arm (continued).
Fit an open-ended spanner on the square section of the special tool and correct the angle if necessary.
Remove the special tool.
Fit the wiper blade.
Standard finishing operations.
Remove the protective covers.
Check the operation of the wipers.
Mechanical Repairs
5 Body and Paint / 501 Body and Paint
501-16 Wipers and Washers
Diagnosis and Testing
General Procedures
Windshield Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment
General Procedures|Removal and Installation >
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