Replacing
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.
2. Push and hold the release tab A , and move the wiper blade down the wiper arm 1 .
3. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until a click sounds.
4. Rotate the wiper blade so that the dimple is in the groove.
- After wiper blade replacement, return the wiper arm to its original position; otherwise it may be damaged when the hood is opened.
- Make sure the wiper blades contact the glass; otherwise the arm may be damaged from wind pressure.
Be careful not to clog the washer nozzle A .
This may cause improper windshield washer operation. If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a needle or small pin B . Be careful not to damage the nozzle.
See also:
Seat belts with pretensioners (front seats)
- The pretensioners cannot be reused
after activation. They must be replaced
together with the retractor
and buckle as a unit.
- If the vehicle becomes involved in a
collision but a prete ...
Luggage hooks (if so equipped)
Luggage hooks (if so equipped)
- Always make sure that the luggage
is properly secured. Use the suitable
ropes and hooks.
- Unsecured luggage can become
dangerous in an accident or sudde ...
Relative humidity
Corrosion will be accelerated in areas of high
relative humidity, especially those areas where
the temperatures stay above freezing and where
atmospheric pollution exists and road salt is
used. ...