Checking the condition and replacing the windshield wipers (Opel Frontera A)

Over time, road film builds up on windshield wipers, reducing their effectiveness, so wipers should be washed regularly in a mild cleaning solution.

Examination

1. Windscreen wiper blade assemblies should be inspected regularly. If inspection reveals hardening or cracks in the wiper blade rubber, replace the wiper blades. If nothing unusual is found during inspection, wet the windshield, turn on the wipers, let them run for a while, and turn them off. Uneven wiper blade marks on the glass or streaks on clean glass indicate that the wiper blades need to be replaced.

2. During operation of the windscreen wiper mechanism, the mounting nuts may become loose, so they should be checked and, if necessary, tightened each time the wipers are checked (see chapter On-board electrical equipment for more detailed information on the operation of the windshield wiper mechanism).

Replacing windshield wipers

1. Pull the wiper assembly with the blade away from the glass.



2. Press the retaining tab inward and remove the blade assembly from the wiper arm.



3. If you want to replace only the wiper blade rubber, disconnect the end of the wiper blade from the wiper blade frame, then pull the wiper blade out of the frame.

4. Compare the new brush with the old one in terms of length, design, etc.

5. Place the new brush in place, then insert the end of the brush into the brush frame to secure it.

6. Install the wiper assembly onto the arm, then wet the glass and test the wiper operation.