How do I lift my Volvo windshield wipers?
Press the ignition button again briefly to switch the ignition off. Within 3 seconds, move the right steering wheel lever up and hold it for at least 1 second and the wipers will then move to the service position on the windshield.
What is Wiper service mode?
To lift the wipers on the Golf, you must first park the car, kill the ignition, then hold the wiper stalk on the steering column down for a few moments. This moves the wipers into “service position”—essentially to the top of their stroke against the windshield—at which point you can then hinge them away from the glass.
What is Volvo wiper service position?
The windscreen wiper blades must be in service position (vertical position) when, for example, they are being replaced. Wiper blades in service position. In order to change, clean or lift the wiper blades (e.g. for scraping off ice from the windscreen) they must be in service position.
Why are my windshield wipers not in sync?
From what you are describing here, it sounds like the wiper arm mounting nut has come loose and the wiper arm has jumped from it’s set position. Turn the wipers off and place the arms in the parked position where they should be at rest.
Why is my wiper switch not working on my Volvo?
Wiper Switch Repair. [John Davies] These switches are prone to a common electrical fault: the wipers do not return to parked position when the switch is moved to the off position. Wash/wipe may also be affected.
Are there any problems with the wiper motor?
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What to do if your Volvo wiper arm is loose?
[Tip from Don Foster] If your wiper arm is loose, remove it (the nut is under the cap), clean off the metal chips from both the arm and the splined shaft, reinstall, and add Loctite Blue to the joint and stud. Then sock down the nut tight. Volvo recommends new nuts, but Loctite allows you to reuse the old ones.
What to do if your windscreen wiper is not working?
[Another Comment:] Assuming 740 is not too different than the 240, fix involves pulling the motor out, (you have to disconnect the linkage clip under the dash), and open the shell. Careful to not drop the magnets, they are ceramic.