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Wiper Frame with Linkage and Windshield Wiper Motor (V) Removal







Wiper Frame with Linkage and Windshield Wiper Motor (V) Removal

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331/)

Puller (T10369/5)

In order remove the wiper frame with linkages and wiper motor, wiper arms and plenum chamber cover must be removed.

- Deactivate Alternating Park Position (APP function), refer to => [ Wiper Motor Alternating Park Position Function, Deactivating ] Testing and Inspection.

- Run the wiper arms to the park position.

Always follow the procedure described in repair information when connecting the battery. The battery cut-out will be deactivated and damage to the vehicle electrical equipment may occur if the connecting sequence is not followed exactly. Refer to => [ Warnings and Safety Precautions ] Service Precautions.

Observe notes for threaded connections of battery terminals. Refer to => [ Battery Post/Terminal ] Battery Post/Terminal.

Removal

When connecting battery, always perform work procedure as described in repair information. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair. Not adhering to sequence will result in the deactivation of Main Battery Switch -E74- and subsequent damage to electrical system components.

Observe notes for threaded connections of battery terminals. Refer to => [ Battery Post/Terminal ] Battery Post/Terminal.

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.

- Remove the wiper arm. Refer to => [ Wiper Arm, Removal ] Wiper Arm, Removal.

- Remove the plenum chamber cover.

- Remove screw - 1 -.






- Open the wire holder - 2 - and remove the wire.






- Unclip the connector - 3 - from its bracket on the wiper frame.

- Remove the 4 bolts - 1 - and the wiper frame with the linkage from the plenum chamber. Be careful of the of different lines still connected.

- Disconnect the connector from the wiper motor and remove the wiper frame and linkage.

If Wiper motor control module (J400) or Windshield Wiper Motor (V) is replaced, Wiper motor control module must be coded. Refer to => [ Wiper Motor Control Module (J400), Coding ] Testing and Inspection.