Wiper Blades; Battery - Opel Zafira B MPV 2006 Owners Workshop Manual

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Weekly checks
Wiper blades
1
Check the condition of the wiper blades;
if they are cracked or show any signs of
deterioration, or if the glass swept area is
2
To remove a windscreen wiper blade, pull
the arm fully away from the screen until it
locks. Swivel the blade through 90°, then
press the two catches on the wiper blade and
remove the blade. Don't forget to check the
tailgate wiper blade as well which is removed
in a similar way.
smeared, renew them. Wiper blades should
be renewed annually.
Battery
Caution: Before carrying out any work on
the vehicle battery, read the precautions
given in 'Safety first!' at the start of this
manual. If the battery is to be disconnected,
refer to 'Disconnecting the battery' in the
Reference Chapter, before proceeding.
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Make sure that the battery tray is in
good condition, and that the clamp is tight.
Corrosion on the tray, retaining clamp and the
1
The battery is located at the front,
left-hand side of the engine compartment.
Where fitted, open the insulation jacket
around the battery, then check the tightness
of battery clamps to ensure good electrical
connections. You should not be able to move
them. Also check each cable for cracks and
frayed conductors.
battery itself can be removed with a solution
of water and baking soda. Thoroughly rinse
all cleaned areas with water. Any metal parts
damaged by corrosion should be covered with
a zinc-based primer, then painted.
ti' Periodically (approximately every three
months), check the charge condition of the
battery as described in Chapter 5A.
ti' If the battery is flat, and you need to jump
start your vehicle, see Roadside Repairs.
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If corrosion (white, fluffy deposits) is
evident, remove the cables from the
battery terminals, clean them with a small
wire brush, then refit them. Automotive stores
sell a tool for cleaning the battery post ...
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as well as the battery cable clamps.