Front windshield wiper — removal and installation (Renault Symbol 2)

Removal:

• install the wiper blades in their original position and mark their location on the windshield for easy reinstallation;
• disconnect the negative battery cable;
• please note that the cleaner leads are of different lengths, do not mix them up when installing;

Figure 8.43. Cover covering the leash mounting nut

• lift the plastic cap or plug covering the leash mounting nut (Figure 8.43);
• use a screwdriver or puller to slide the leash off the axle. Be careful not to damage the paint or trim;
• remove the windshield trim as described in the section "Body";

Figure 8.44. Disconnecting the windshield wiper motor connector

• release the retainer and disconnect the contact connector from the wiper motor (Figure 8.44);

Figure 8.45. Windshield wiper drive mechanism mounting screws (A) and motor shaft nut (B)

• remove the two mounting screws A (Figure 8.45) drive mechanism and separate it from the rear mounting point;
• after removing the drive mechanism and the motor assembly, unscrew the nut B of the motor shaft and release the rod, marking its position;
• remove the three motor mounts.

Installation

• install the rod on the motor in accordance with the mark made during removal;
• before installing the wiper arms, make sure the motor is in the fixed stop position;
• use a wire bristle brush to clean the splines on the wiper arm axles;
• install the wiper arms by placing the brush opposite the mark made during removal;
• install new nuts and tighten them to the specified torque;
• check the operation of the cleaner.

Checking the windshield wiper motor