How to carry out replacement: Wiper Blades 1.8 Passat 3a5
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How to change front windshield wipers on VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Wiper Blades on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Wiper blade : 12 month
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.6 TD, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.9 D, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.9 TD, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.9 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0 16V, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.8 VR6, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.9 VR6 Syncro, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0 16V, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.6, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.9 TDI, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0 Syncro, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 1.8 16V, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0, VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I) 2.0 … View more

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Replacement: windshield wipers – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). Tools you might need:
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Replacement: windshield wipers – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). 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 – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
  2. Step 2
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  3. Step 3
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  4. Step 4
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    Turn the wiper blade by ninety degrees. Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
    Replacement: windshield wipers – VW PASSAT Variant (3A5, 35I). Professionals recommend:
    When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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