- Run the wiper arms to
the mid-wipe position.
- Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arms. Refer to
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.
- Attach a scale to the end of the wiper arm and measure the force
required to lift the wiper arm perpendicular to the windshield to normal working
height (height with the blade attached).
- Replace the wiper arm if the measurement is not within the specification.
Refer to
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement
.
Tip Pressure
• | Driver Side -- 8.1-9.5 Newtons (29-34 Ounces) |
• | Passenger Side -- 5.8-7.0 Newtons (21-25 Ounces) |