Windshield Wiper Arm Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Windshield Wiper Arm

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Open and support the hood in order to access and remove the wiper blade assembly. Special Tools: J 39637 Wiper Arm Puller. See Special Tools .
1	Windshield Wiper Arm Nut Cover Tip: Gently pry the cap from the wiper arm nut.
2	Windshield Wiper Arm Nut CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Gently rock the wiper arm side to side and remove. If the wiper arm fails to release, use the J 39637 to release the arm from the pivot shaft. See Special Tools . Hold the driver side wiper arm blade tip to the center dot located in the windshield blackout below the dot matrix while securing the nut. Hold the passenger side wiper arm blade tip to the passenger side outer dot located in the windshield blackout below the dot matrix while securing the nut. Tighten: 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
3	Windshield Wiper Arm Procedure Remove the wiper blade assembly from the wiper arm. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement . Clean the transmission pivot shaft with a soft wire brush prior to installing the wiper arm back onto the pivot shaft.