Installation Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Rear Wiper Arm
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  1. Install the rear wiper blade onto the rear wiper arm. Refer to Wiper Arm Blade Replacement - RearΒ .
  2. Align the rear wiper blade with the mark on the rear window.
  3. Install the rear wiper arm onto the rear wiper motor spindle.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the rear wiper arm nut.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Install the cap to the rear wiper arm.
  6. Remove the mark from the rear window.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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