How to Lift the Wiper on a Volkswagen?
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Turn off the engine, and within 10 seconds, activate the windshield washer switch. The wiper will automatically move to the center of the windshield. Then, hold the wiper's fixed bracket and lift it up. When resetting, grasp the spine of the wiper blade and gently place it back, avoiding snapping it back abruptly. More details are as follows: 1. The wiper assembly includes a motor, reducer, four-bar linkage, wiper arm spindle, and wiper blade assembly. The wiper is a device used to remove raindrops and dust from the vehicle's windshield, improving the driver's visibility and enhancing driving safety. Due to legal requirements, almost all vehicles worldwide are equipped with wipers. 2. The power of the wiper comes from the motor, which is the core of the wiper system. Proper use and maintenance of the front wiper are crucial for the motor's longevity. 3. When the rain stops, do not immediately turn off the wiper. Since the windshield may be splattered with mud from the vehicle ahead, turning it on again would only spread the mud. 4. Every night when parking, make sure to clean the front windshield thoroughly. Developing this habit greatly benefits the wiper's performance.
I've always driven Volkswagen models, and lifting the wipers is actually quite simple. After parking, first turn off the engine and remember to switch off the ignition as well. Wait for three to five seconds to allow the system to shut down completely. Then quickly push the wiper control lever downward once, and the wiper arms will automatically move to the middle of the windshield and stop, allowing you to easily lift them away from the glass surface. This is especially useful in winter—for example, lifting them before snowfall can prevent the wipers from freezing to the glass, or making it easier to clean hard-to-reach spots on the windshield when washing the car. Different Volkswagen models may have slight variations in the operation details, but the basic principle remains the same. Regularly check the condition of the wiper blades for wear; replace them if they don’t clean properly to avoid blurred vision affecting driving safety. Developing this habit can extend the life of your wipers and save on repair costs.
