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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Service position for the front windscreen wipers

Fig. 88 shows the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 wiper blades raised into their service position, lifted clear of the windscreen for easy blade replacement. This page gives the exact steps to move the wipers there — including the note that the bonnet must be in a specific state first — before you attempt to swap a blade.

Fig. 88 Wiper blades in service position

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings 

The windscreen wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position  . Carry out the following steps to move the windscreen wipers to the service position:

  • The bonnet must be closed   .
  • Switch the ignition on and then off again.
  • Briefly press down the windscreen wiper lever  .

Place the windscreen wiper arms back onto the windscreen before driving away. With the ignition switched on, briefly press the windscreen wiper lever down to bring the windscreen wiper arms back to the original position.

Lifting the windscreen wiper blades

  • Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting  .
  • When lifting a wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.

NOTICE

  • In order to prevent damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms, the windscreen wiper arms should only be lifted when in the service position.
  • Always return the windscreen wiper arms to the windscreen before starting your journey.

    Questions & answers

    Service position for the front windscreen wipers — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What is the Golf Mk7 wiper service position?
    A raised position where the wiper arms lift away from the windscreen, allowing you to clean the glass underneath, replace the wiper blades, or free frozen blades from the screen.
    How do I activate the Golf Mk7 wiper service position?
    Close the bonnet, switch the ignition on and off, then push the wiper lever down within about 10 seconds. The arms move to the raised service position.
    Must the bonnet be closed to enter Golf Mk7 wiper service position?
    Yes. The manual states the bonnet must be fully closed before you switch the ignition on and off. If the bonnet is open, the arms may strike it when they move.
    How do I return the Golf Mk7 wipers from service position to normal?
    Switch the ignition on. The wiper arms return to their parked position automatically. Make sure they are clear of obstructions first.
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