2022 Volkswagen Passat Owners Manual - Wiper blades

Wiper blades

Service position

In the service position, the wiper arms can be lifted off of the windshield.

Fig. 125 Wipers in service position.

Activate the service position using the windshield wiper lever

1. Close the hood ⇒ Opening and closing the hood, driver and front passenger door.

2. Switch the ignition off and on again.

3. Briefly press the windshield wiper lever towards one-tap wiping⇒ Operating the windshield wiper lever.

Lifting the windshield wiper arms

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting ⇒ .

2. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

3. Carefully place the wiper arms back in position before driving, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

4. When the ignition is switched on, press the windshield wiper lever briefly towards one-tap wiping to bring the wiper arms back into the original position.

NOTICE

To avoid damage to the hood, windshield and wiper arms:

• Lift the wiper arms only in the service position.

• Always place the wiper arms against the windshield before continued driving.

Cleaning and changing wiper blades

Wiper blades with a graphite coating are installed at the factory. The graphite coating allows the wiper blade to glide easily over the window. A damaged graphite coating creates an increased noise level when wiping the window.

Check the condition of the wiper blades regularly. If wiper blades are rubbing, replace them if they are damaged or clean them if they are dirty ⇒ .

Damaged wiper blades should be replaced immediately. Wiper blades can be obtained from suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.

Cleaning the wiper blades

Note for the windshield wipers: move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting ⇒ Service position.

1. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

2. Clean the wiper blades carefully with a damp sponge ⇒ .

3. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

Changing the windshield wiper blades

Fig. 126 Changing the windshield wiper blades.

1. Move the windshield wiper arms into the service position before lifting ⇒ Service position.

2. Lift the wiper arms, making sure to only hold the wiper arms in the area where they attach to the wiper blade.

3. Press and hold the release button and remove the wiper blade at the same time in the direction of the arrow  fig. 126 .

4. Insert a new wiper blade of the same length and type on the wiper arm until it engages.

5. Place the wiper arms carefully on the windshield.

WARNING

Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents and serious injuries.

• Always replace wiper blades if they are damaged or worn and are no longer cleaning the windshield sufficiently.

NOTICE

Damaged or dirty wiper blades can scratch the window glass.

• Do not use any cleaning materials containing solvents, hard sponges, and other sharp-edged objects because they can damage the graphite coating on the wiper blades.

• Do not clean the windshield and windows with fuel, nail polish remover, paint thinner, or other similar fluids.

If there is wax residue on the windshield and rear window from car wash systems and other products, this can cause wipers to rub. Remove any wax residue with a special cleaner or cleaning towels.