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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012FIESTA L4-1.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISWIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMSWIPER ARMADJUSTMENTS
2012 Ford Fiesta L4-1.6L
Wiper Arm: Adjustments
2012 Ford Fiesta L4-1.6LSECTION Adjustments
Wiper Blade and Pivot Arm Adjustment - Windshield
1. Cycle and park the windshield wipers.
2. Verify that the RH and LH wiper blade tips are aligned to the "T" marks on the lower windshield glass.
3. NOTE: Make sure there is no mechanical binding in the linkage preventing the wiper arms from returning to the full PARK position.
If not within specification, remove the wiper pivot arms and reposition to the correct location. For additional information, refer to Wiper Pivot Arm- Front Wiper Pivot Arm - Front.
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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.