Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
61 61 ... Adjusting left or right windscreen wiper
A/B = Distance between windscreen wiper blade (2) and trim panel on cowl panel (1)
C= Contact angle between wiper blade center plane and windscreen
When adjusting with special tool 61 6 100, set the scale value in accordance with the following table.
| Contact angle (C) on windscreen wiper arm Front passenger/driver side |
Scale value (LHD) on special tool Front passenger/driver side |
Adjustment dimension (A, B) on windscreen wiper arm | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front passenger side | Driver side | ||
| 86.0° ± 1° | -4 | 69 ± 3 mm | 87 ± 3 mm |
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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.