Wiper Arm Blade Replacement - Rear

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Wiper Arm Blade Replacement - Rear
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Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Arm Components
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Wiper Arm Blade Replacement - Rear

Callout Component Name
1 Rear Arm Cap
Tip:Β  Use a small flat-bladed tool to disengage the cover from the rear wiper arm.
2 Rear Window Wiper Arm Nut
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in) while holding the wiper arm park finger on the arm securely to inside the channel on the park ramp.

3 Rear Window Washer Nozzle Hose Assembly
Tip:Β  Rotate the hose counterclockwise around the end of the rear wiper washer arm upon installation.
4 Rear Window Wiper Arm Assembly
Tip:Β 
  • Clean the knurls on the rear wiper motor pivot shaft after the rear wiper arm has been removed.
  • Use the J 39637Β  Wiper Arm Remover Tool. See Special ToolsΒ .
5 Rear Window Wiper Motor Nut

Tighten:Β  Ensure the nut is tightened to 4.9 N.m (43 lb in) prior to the rear arm installation.

6 Rear Window Wiper Motor Spacer
RENDER: 1.0x

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