Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement
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Fig 1: Windshield Wiper Arm
GM1892815Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Preliminary Procedure

  1. Electrical set the wipers to the PARK position.
  2. Disconnect the washer hose elbow from the air inlet grille panel.
1 Wiper Arm Finish Cover
2 Wiper Arm Nut
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:Β  32 N.m (24 lb ft)

3 Windshield Wiper Arm Hose to Air Inlet Grille Panel Hose
4 Windshield Wiper Arm

Procedure

  1. Rock the arm in order to release the arm from the wiper motor pivot shaft.
  2. Use a battery terminal puller if rocking fails to loosen the arm from the pivot shaft.
  3. Clean the knurls on the pivot shaft with a soft wire brush.
  4. Position the wiper blades to the black dots on the lower windshield.
  5. Hold arm into position and secure the pivot shaft nut.
  6. The wiper arms are marked LH and RH, do not interchange the arms.
5 Windshield Wiper Arm Blade
Tip:Β  Remove the wiper blade from the wiper arm. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementΒ 
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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.