Porsche 911 Manual page 280

Windscreen Wipers
Wiper blades
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NOTICE
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If the wiper arms accidentally fall back onto the
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windscreen, they can damage the windscreen.
e Always hold the wiper arms securely when re-
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placing the wiper blades.
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NOTICE
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The wiper blades can freeze at low temperatures.
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e Thaw and release frozen wiper blades before
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driving.
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NOTICE
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The graphite coating on the wiper blades can be
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damaged if they are not cleaned properly.
e Ensure that the cleaning jet does not hit the
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wiper blades.
e Do not clean wiper blades with a cloth or sponge.
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e Clean wiper blades with clear water only.
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Replacing wiper blades
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The wiper blades should be replaced twice a year
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(before and after the cold season) or if wiper per-
formance deteriorates or the blades are damaged.
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Fold windscreen wipers out for replacing wiper
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blades or for fitting ice or sun shields.
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Incorrectly fitted wiper
CAUTION
blades
If they are not changed properly, the incorrectly fit-
ted wiper blades can come loose while driving.
e The wiper blades must latch properly in the wiper
arm.
e Check that the wiper blades are fitted securely.
Replacing front wiper blades
Extending the wipers
b b Ignition switched off.
1. Press the wiper lever downwards once (position
4).
Windscreen wipers move upwards by approx.
90°.
2. Replace the wiper blades according to the sepa-
rate instructions provided by the manufacturer.
Observe different lengths of the wiper blades.
Retracting the wipers
b b Ignition switched on.
e Press the wiper lever downwards for approx. 1
second (position 4).
The windscreen wipers return to their initial
position.
Information
Get a qualified specialist workshop to carry out this
work if necessary. Porsche recommends a Porsche
partner as they have trained workshop personnel and
the necessary parts and tools.