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Wiper blade park position, adjusting
1999 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Wiper blade park position, adjusting
- Operate wiper motor and allow it to return to park position.
- Position wiper blades against windshield, align wipers and tighten nuts.
NOTE:
When adjusting to park position, set park position to minimum distances -a- and -b-.
up to m.y. 1999
- a = 25 mm (1 in.)
- b = 12 mm (0.5 in.)
from m.y. 2000 and up
- a = 15 mm + 5
- b = 35 mm + 5
- Operate wipers (brief wipe function).
- If necessary, re-align wiper arms and tighten nuts again.
Tightening torque: 16 Nm (144 in. lb)
NOTE:
The dimensions given are the distances between the wiper blades and the water deflector at the bottom of the windshield.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.