Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Wiper blade

Replacement: windshield wipers – OPEL Kadett E Schrägheck. Tools you might need:

Flat Screwdriver

Replacement: windshield wipers – OPEL Kadett E Schrägheck. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Always replace front wiper blades together. It will ensure efficient and uniform cleaning of the windshield.
Don't confuse the wiper blades of the driver and passenger side.
The replacement procedure for both wiper blades is identical.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: windshield wipers – OPEL Kadett E Schrägheck. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
Step 2

Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
Step 3

Press the clip. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 4

Remove the blade from the wiper arm.

Replacement: windshield wipers – OPEL Kadett E Schrägheck. AUTODOC recommends:
When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
Step 5

Install the new wiper blade and carefully press the wiper arm down to the glass.

Replacement: windshield wipers – OPEL Kadett E Schrägheck. Tip from AUTODOC:
Don't touch the wiper blade at the working rubber edge to prevent damage to the graphite coating. Ensure that the blade rubber strip fits tightly to the glass along the entire length.
Step 6

Switch on the ignition.
Step 7

After installation check the wipers performance. The blades shouldn't intersect or bump against the windshield seal.

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