Subaru Crosstrek Service Manual: Inspection

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WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS > Wiper Blade

INSPECTION

1. Check and clean the rubber assembly - wiper.

CAUTION:

• Do not use organic solvent-based cleaner when cleaning rubber parts in order to avoid rubber part deterioration.

• Clean rubber parts using a soft cloth or paper towel dampened with windshield washer fluid or mild synthetic detergent.

Replace the rubber assembly - wiper if rubber part hardening, deformation or damage is found.

2. Operate the washer system to check if a chattering sound or insufficient wiping occurs.

3. If a chattering sound or insufficient wiping occurs, perform the following procedures.

(1) Make sure that the blade assembly - wiper is not deformed and the movable part moves smoothly.

(2) Remove oil film and dirt from the glass.

CAUTION:

• When powder-type glass cleaner is used, use after having been dissolved in water sufficiently. If it is used in less water, the glass surface may be damaged.

• Clean the glass surface using a soft cloth or sponge with glass cleaner.

(3) Operate the windshield wiper again. If a chattering sound or insufficient wiping occurs, perform the procedures again.

4. If defective is not improved after performing step 1) to step 3), replace the rubber assembly - wiper with a new part.

Disassembly

WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS > Wiper BladeDISASSEMBLY1. FRONTPull the side (a) of the wiper rubber stopper, and remove the rubber assembly - windshield wiper from the blade assembly - windshield wiper. ...

Installation

WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS > Wiper BladeINSTALLATION1. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.2. Confirm that the clip is locked securely. ...

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