When to replace the Wiper Blades on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Rear wiper blade : 12 month
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 BiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 16V, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) 1.2 TSI View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: windshield wipers – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). List of the tools you'll need:
Flat screwdriver
Replacement: windshield wipers – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). AUTODOC recommends:
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: windshield wipers – VW GOLF PLUS (5M1, 521). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Switch on the ignition. Pull the windscreen wiper stalk to the downward position.
  2. Step 2
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    Switch off the ignition. In the service mode, the wipers will be in the upper position.
  3. Step 3
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  4. Step 4
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
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