Wipers/Washer - Windshield Wiper Service Position Instructions

Title Service position windscreen wipers, functionality not according to owners manual

Ref No US23918.5.0 en-US

Issuer -

Partner 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America

Func Group 3637

Func Desc wiper arm

Status Released

Status Date 2012-05-29

Issue Date 2012-05-11

Reference VIDA

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DTC = Diagnostic Trouble Code

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DESCRIPTION:
The instructions in owners manual on how to get the windscreen wipers into service position do not match the functionality of the car. On cars indicated in the vehicle range, the following instruction should get the windscreen wiper-arms into service position.

"In order to change, clean or lift the wiper blades (for scraping off ice from the windscreen) they must be in service position.

1. Make sure that the driver's door is closed.

2. Insert the remote control key in the ignition switch (on vehicles with key-less vehicle module (KVM), make sure that the key is inside the car).

3. Set the remote control key in ignition position II (see below).

4. Touch the wiper stalk, so the wipers wipe 1 time.

5. Bring the ignition switch to position 0. Depending on the version, either by key or by push on the start button. (see below). keep the remote control/key in the ignition switch.

6. Move the right-hand stalk switch up for about 1 second. The wipers then move to standing straight up.

The wipers return to the starting position when the car is started."

The following instruction describes the different key positions.

NOTE:
All the following functions are performed without the brake pedal depressed.

"Key position 0: Insert the remote control key in the ignition switch and push it in to the end position.
Key position I: With the remote control key fully inserted into the ignition switch - Briefly press START/STOP ENGINE.
Key position II: With the remote control key fully inserted into the ignition switch - Press START/STOP ENGINE for about 2 seconds.
Back to key position 0: To return to key position 0 from position I or II - Briefly press on START/STOP ENGINE."

PRODUCT MODIFICATION:
Instructions in owners manual have been updated from 2010W46.