How to carry out replacement: Wiper Blades 1.6 (EM) VW Jetta MK1
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When to replace the Wiper Blades on your VW JETTA
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.

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

All the parts you need to replace – Wiper Blades for Jetta Mk1 (16) and other VW models
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW JETTA I (16) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Prepare the new windscreen wipers.
  2. Step 2
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    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass surface until it stops.
  3. Step 3
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    Turn the wiper blade by ninety degrees. Remove the blade from the wiper arm.
    Replacement: windshield wipers – VW JETTA I (16). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    When replacing the wiper blade, take caution to prevent the spring-loaded wiper arm from hitting the glass.
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