Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Problems with the windshield wipers - Windshield wipers - Lights and windshield wipers - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class Owner's ManualMercedes-Benz GLK-Class: Problems with the windshield wipers

The windshield wipers are obstructed

Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated.

  • For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

or

  • Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
  • Remove the cause of the obstruction.
  • Switch the windshield wipers back on.

The windshield wipers are inoperative

The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.

  • Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
  • Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

The spray nozzles are misaligned

The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the center of the windshield. The spray nozzles are misaligned.

  • Have the spray nozzles adjusted at a qualified specialist workshop.
    Replacing the rear window wiper blade
    Removing the wiper blade Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Fold wiper arm 1 away from the rear window until it engages. Position wiper blade 2 at a right angle to wiper arm 1. Ho ...

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