The way to raise the windcreen wipers

[JMP]

Should you want to change you windcreen wipers or simply clean the windscreen without them get in the way, here is the way to do so :

Did you ever notice the two tiny holes that are close to the hinge?

They are there to enable a metal rod to block the system in the raised position, once you have pulled the arm.

But let's see it, pictures speak more than words...

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Without the metal rod :

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With :

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[tb10]

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[Tuga2112]

useful information thanks.

sadly my issue with the wipers is not keeping them up, is the fact they barely leave the glass not leaving much room for moving a hand around (or putting in some masking tape)

[JMP]

Sorry but I do not understand your issue. Why are you referring to masking tape? For some paint job on the bonnet?

Having the windscreen raised is useful for removing them by the way. I found this tip when I wanted to remove an arm and replace it by a NOS one.

[Jamie N]

Or you can replace both of them completly with some modern ones from a Vauxhall (exact same fitting) , stronger spring for better clearing and can be raised right up for cleaning the glass. Couple of £ from any Scrapyard.

[Tuga2112]

Sorry but I do not understand your issue. Why are you referring to masking tape? For some paint job on the bonnet?

Having the windscreen raised is useful for removing them by the way. I found this tip when I wanted to remove an arm and replace it by a NOS one.

more of a paint job on the whole car

the fact they barely move up just makes it a pain to wash the windcreen as well. but nothing worth a couple of £ on a scrapyard