1. Run the wiper arm and the blade assemblies to the mid-wipe position.
2. Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement .
3. 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 assembly attached).



4. If the force required is not within the specifications given below, the wiper arm should be replaced. Refer to Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement .

Tip Pressure -- 7.5-9.5 Newtons (27-34 Ounces)

Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . Look down the length of the blade element. The rubber element which contacts the glass must be on the center line of the wiper blade assembly +/-15 degrees. Replace the element if necessary. Refer to Wiper Blade Element Replacement .

Install the wiper blades on the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement .