Wiper Blade, Removing And Installing: Installing

2018 Audi A5 Quattro Prestige, 2D ConvertibleSECTION Installing
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Install in reverse order of removal and Note The Following:Β 

  • Pay attention to the different lengths of the wiper blades for the driver and front passenger side.

-- Guide the wiper blade -1- parallel into the windshield wiper arm -2- in the direction of -arrow-. Make sure that the wiper blade is slid into the windshield wiper arm until the clip audibly engages.

Fig 1: Guide Wiper Blade Parallel Into Wiper Arm
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-- To leave the "Service position", either press the windshield wiper switch or drive faster than 6 km/h (4 mph).

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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