Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Conventional)

2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWDSECTION Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Conventional)
Fig 1: Windshield Wiper Arm (Conventional)
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Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement (Conventional)

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Procedure

  1. Open the hood in order to access and remove the wiper arm assembly.
  2. Remove the windshield wiper blade from the windshield wiper arm and transfer to the new wiper arm.
1 Windshield Washer Arm Finish Cap
TIP:  Use a small flat-bladed tool to remove the finish cap.
2 Windshield Washer Arm Nut
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


TIP:  Hold the wiper blade arm tip to the vertical black bar target mark located at the lower center portion of the windshield wile securing the nut.
Tighten 
35 N.m (26 lb ft)
3 Windshield Washer Arm Hose
TIP:  Disconnect the washer hose at the air inlet panel.
4 Windshield Washer Arm Assembly
TIP:  Use the J-39637  Wiper Arm Remover Tool.
Special Tools 
J-39637  Wiper Arm Remover Tool
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.