Mercedes-Benz 2003 C 240 4MATIC - Manual (Page 293)

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Practical hints
Replacing wiper blades
Replacing wiper blades
Removing
̈ Fold the wiper arm forward.
̈ Press safety tab 2 down.
̈ Push wiper blade 1 downward and re-
move.
Replacing wiper blade insert
̈ Place wiper blade on firm support.
̈ Press down both tabs.
̈ Slide (direction of arrow) the wiper
blade insert out of the retainer claws.
̈ Slide (direction of arrow) the new wiper
blade insert into retainer claws until
tabs are engaged.
Installing
̈ Slide wiper blade onto wiper arm until
it locks in place.
Warning!
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For safety reasons, remove key from starter
switch before replacing a wiper blade, other-
wise the motor could suddenly turn on and
cause injury.
!
Never open the hood when the wiper
arm is folded forward.
Do not allow the wiper arms to contact
the windshield glass without a wiper
blade inserted.
Make certain that the wiper blades are
properly installed. Improperly installed
wiper blades may cause windshield
damage.
For your convenience, we recommend
that you have this work carried out by
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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