Replacing the windshield wiper blades

Removing the wiper blades

Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Fold the wiper arm away from the windshield.

► Press both release clips 2.

Press both release clips 2.
Fold wiper blade 1 in the direction of arrow 3 away from wiper arm 4.
Remove wiper blade 1 in the direction of arrow 5.

Installing the wiper blades

► Position the new wiper blade 1 with

Position the new wiper blade 1 with recess 6 on lug 5.
Fold wiper blade 1 in the direction of arrow 3 onto the wiper arm, until retaining clips 2 engage in bracket 4.
Make sure that wiper blade 1 is seated correctly.
Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield.

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