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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2010COBALT L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMSWIPER ARMSERVICE AND REPAIR
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt L4-2.2L
Wiper Arm: Service and Repair
2010 Chevrolet Cobalt L4-2.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement
Special Tools
J 39637 Wiper Arm Puller
Removal Procedure
1. Turn the ignition ON.
2. Turn the wiper switch to DELAY.
3. Turn the ignition OFF when the wiper arms are paused at the bottom of the wipe pattern.
4. Remove the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Remove the wiper arm nut (2).
6. Using J 39637 , remove the wiper arm from the wiper pivot shaft.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the wiper arms onto the wiper transmission pivot shaft.
2. Align the wiper blades ends to the alignment dots in the lower windshield blackout.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
3. Install the wiper arm nut (2) and hold the wiper arm blades to the dots in the windshield blackout while tightening the nut. Tighten the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
4. Install the wiper arm nut cover (1).
5. Operate the windshield wipers and inspect for proper operation and alignment.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.