Wiper Blade Element Check

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Wiper Blade Element Check
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    Fig 1: Identifying Wiper Blade Element Centerline Contact
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  1. Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementΒ .
  2. Look down the length of the blade element.
  3. Replace the wiper blade element if the rubber element which contacts the glass is deflected more than 15 degrees from the centerline of the blade.
  4. Install the wiper blades on the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade ReplacementΒ .
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