10 Maintenance and service
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1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Grip the inner section of the blade (by the
arrow).
3. Turn anticlockwise to use the blade's end
position against the wiper arm as a lever
to detach the blade more easily.
4. Press the new wiper blade into position.
Check that it is firmly installed.
5. Lower the wiper arm.
Cleaning
For cleaning wiper blades and windscreen,
see Car washing (p. 379).
IMPORTANT
Check the blades regularly. Neglected
maintenance shortens the service life of
the wiper blades.
Related information
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Washer fluid - filling (p. 361)
Washer fluid - filling
Washer fluid is used for cleaning the head-
lamps and windows. Washer fluid with anti-
freeze must be used during winter.
The windscreen and headlamp washers share
a common reservoir.
IMPORTANT
Use washer fluid with antifreeze during the
winter to avoid freezing in the pump, reser-
voir and hoses.
For capacities, see Washer fluid - quality and
volume (p. 401).
Related information
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Wiper blades (p. 359)
Battery
The service life and function of the battery is
influenced by factors such as the number of
starts, discharging, driving style, driving con-
ditions, climatic conditions etc.
The starter battery is a traditional 12 V bat-
tery.
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Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running.
•
Check that the cables to the battery are
correctly connected and properly tight-
ened.
WARNING
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The battery can generate oxyhydrogen
gas, which is highly explosive. A spark
can be formed if a jump lead is con-
nected incorrectly, and this can be
enough for the battery to explode.
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The battery contains sulphuric acid,
which can cause serious burns.
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If sulphuric acid comes into contact
with eyes, skin or clothing, flush with
large quantities of water. If acid
splashes into the eyes - seek medical
attention immediately.
IMPORTANT
Only a traditional battery charger should
ever be used when charging the battery.
