When to replace the Wiper Blades on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF I (17) 1.1, VW GOLF I (17) 1.1, VW GOLF I (17) 1.3, VW GOLF I (17) 1.5, VW GOLF I (17) 1.5, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6 GTI, VW GOLF I (17) 1.8 GTI, VW GOLF I (17) 1.5 D, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6 D, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6 TD, VW GOLF I (17) 1.3, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6, VW GOLF I (17) 1.6 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for GOLF I (17) and other VW models
Replacement: windshield wipers – VW GOLF I (17). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • 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 – VW GOLF I (17). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Switch on the ignition. Pull the windscreen wiper stalk to the downward position.
  2. Step 2
    Switch off the ignition. In the service mode, the wipers will be in the upper position.
    Step 3
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  3. Step 4
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  4. Step 5
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    Press the clip.
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