Models With EyeSight
CAUTION:
Install firmly so that the hose is not bent, compressed or flattened.
NOTE:
Since the arm assembly - windshield wiper LH and RH can interfere with each other, install the passenger's side first.
- When the hose is removed from the joint - washer hose, refer to "Installation" of "Front washer nozzle & hose". Refer to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>FRONT WASHER NOZZLE AND HOSE>INSTALLATION .
- Install the arm assembly - windshield wiper.
- Align the alignment mark (a), and install the hose to the arm assembly - windshield wiper assistor.
- Assemble the arm assembly - windshield wiper so that the blade assembly - windshield wiper is aligned to the ceramic print point mark of the windshield glass.
- Tighten the arm assembly - windshield wiper to specified torque and install the cap.
Tightening torque:
26 N.m (2.7 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb)
- Align the alignment mark (a), and install the hose to the arm assembly - windshield wiper assistor.
- Operate the windshield wiper to check that the stop position is aligned with the point mark. If it is not aligned with the point mark, perform the removal and installation of the windshield wiper over again. Refer to WIPER AND WASHER SYSTEMS>FRONT WIPER ARM>REMOVAL .
- Make sure that there is a gap of 1 mm (0.04 in) or more between the hose and the cover - joint and between the hose and the joint - washer hose during windshield wiper operation.