Kia Sorento 2001 General Information Manual page 1134

2001 > 1.8L DOHC >
Removal
1. Before removal check that wiper has stopped at its off position.
2. Remove nut cover and then wiper arm nut.
3. Check that arms are marked "DS" (Driver Side) and "PS" (Passenger Side). If not, mark them before
removal.
4. Remove wiper arms.
Installation
1. Starting with passenger side arm, place wiper arms on pivot shaft.
2. Install nut and tighten.
Tightening torque : 13~16 lb-ft (18~22 N-m, 1.8~2.2 kg-m)
You should not run windshield wipers on a dry windshield.
3. Install nut cover and check arm movement across windshield.
INSPECTION
LINK ASSEMBLY
1. Check for any resistance by moving each part of link assembly by hand.
2. If any resistance is found, remove linkage and apply grease to indicated joints.