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The microfiber cloth must be free of sand
and dirt when cleaning the center display.

When cleaning the center display, apply
only light pressure to the screen. Pressing
too hard could damage the screen.

Do not spray liquid or corrosive chemicals
directly onto the center display. Do not use
window cleaners, cleaning agents, aerosol
sprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia or
detergents that contain abrasives.

Never use abrasive cloths, paper towels or
tissue paper, as these may scratch the cen-
ter display.

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Cleaning the head-up display

and

instrument panel

Carefully wipe the glass covering the head-up
display unit with a clean and dry microfiber
cloth. If necessary, the cloth may be slightly
moistened.

Never use strong stain removers. For difficult
cleaning conditions, a special cleaning agent
can be purchased at a Volvo retailer.

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display

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Head-up display

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Cleaning fabric upholstery and

ceiling liner

Use of textile cleaner is recommended when
cleaning textile materials. Clean as needed
and treat stains immediately.

Never scrape or rub a stain because this
may damage the upholstery.

Never use stain removers or strong sol-
vents because these may damage the
upholstery.

Cleaning textile upholstery

1. Start by vacuuming the upholstery.
2. Follow the instructions of the textile

cleaner.

3. When cleaning upholstery, a spray extrac-

tion cleaner is recommended for sucking
up cleaning fluids and rinse water.

Certain dyed clothing (such as denim and
suede garments) may stain the upholstery.
Difficult stains, like oil, can be difficult to
remove.

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Always clean all of the upholstery, even if it
only has isolated stains. This helps to pre-
vent permanent water rings.

Do not remove the upholstery when clean-
ing.

Cleaning the ceiling liner

1. Carefully brush the ceiling liner using a

soft brush.

2. Follow the instructions of the textile

cleaner.

3. Then use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe the

ceiling liner.

Failure to take care during cleaning could
lead to damage to the ceiling liner.

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Cleaning the seat belt

Use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and
treat stains immediately. It is important to
vacuum before using a cleaning agent.

Use water and a synthetic soap solution. Spe-
cially designed textile cleaning agents are
available for purchase at Volvo retailers. Make
sure the belt is dry before it is retracted.

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Cleaning textile floor and inlay

mats

Use of textile cleaner is recommended when
cleaning textile mats. Clean regularly and
treat stains immediately. It is important to
vacuum before using a cleaning agent.

Remove the inlay mats to clean the floor mats
and inlay mats separately. Each inlay mat is
secured into place with pins.

1. Remove the inlay mat by grasping the

inlay mat at each pin and lifting the mat
straight up.

2. Use a vacuum to remove dust and dirt.

Do not swing or strike the inlay mats vio-
lently against another object to remove dirt
as this could damage the mats.

3. After vacuuming, a specially designed tex-

tile cleaning agent should be used to
remove stains on floor mats.

4. After cleaning, put the inlay mat back into

place by pressing it in at each pin.

WARNING

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Never use more than one inlay mat at a
time on the driver's floor. If any other
type of floor mat is used, remove the
original mat from the driver's seat floor
before driving. All types of mats must
be securely anchored in the attach-
ment points in the floor. Make sure the
floor mat does not impede the move-
ment of the brake pedal or accelerator
pedal in any way, as this could be a
serious safety hazard.

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Volvo's floor mats are specially manu-
factured for your vehicle. They must be
properly secured in the attachment
points in the floor to help ensure they
cannot slide and become trapped
under the pedals.

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Cleaning leather upholstery

Use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and
treat stains immediately. It is important to
vacuum before using a cleaning agent.

Volvo's leather upholstery

is treated to pro-

tect its original appearance. Over time, sun-
light, grease, dirt, etc. could break down the
protective layer. This could result in scratches
and cracking.

Leather upholstery

is a natural product that

changes and acquires a beautiful patina over
time. Regular cleaning and treatments are
required to preserve the qualities and color of
the leather. Volvo offers a comprehensive
product, Volvo Leather Care KitWipes, for
cleaning and treating leather upholstery.
When used as directed, it helps preserve the
leather's protective coating.

For optimal results, Volvo recommends clean-
ing and applying protective cream one to four
times a year (or more often as needed). Volvo
Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Volvo Leather
Softener 943 7429 are available for purchase
at Volvo retailers.

Cleaning the leather upholstery

1. Apply the leather cleaner to a damp

sponge and squeeze it until the cleaner
foams.

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2. Move the sponge in circular motions to

apply the foam to the stain.

3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the

sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain
and do not rub.

4. Dry the stain using a soft towel and let the

leather dry completely.

Protecting the leather upholstery

1. Apply a small amount of leather protector

to a cloth and then apply the protector to
the leather using light circular movements.

2. Let it dry for approximately 20 minutes.

> Protecting the leather upholstery

makes it better able to withstand sun-
light's harmful UV rays.

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Cleaning the leather steering

wheel

Use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and
treat stains immediately. It is important to
vacuum before using a cleaning agent.

Leather needs to breathe. Never cover the
leather steering wheel with a plastic protector.
Volvo Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather
Softener 943 7429 are recommended for
cleaning the leather steering wheel. First,
remove dirt, dust, etc. with a damp sponge or
cloth.

Sharp objects such as rings could damage
the leather on the steering wheel.

Treating stains on the steering wheel:

Type 1

(ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or blood)

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Use a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe the
steering wheel using a solution of 5%
ammonia. For blood stains, mix approxi-
mately 2 dl (1 cup) of water with 25 g
(one ounce) of salt and wipe the stain.

Type 2

(grease, oil, sauces or chocolate)

1. Same procedure as for Type 1 stains.

2. Finish by wiping the wheel with an

absorbent paper or towel.

Type 3

(dry dirt or dust)

1. Remove the dirt/dust using a soft brush.

2. Same procedure as for Type 1 stains.

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Cleaning interior plastic, metal and

wood surfaces

Use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and
treat stains immediately.

A lightly dampened microfiber cloth is recom-
mended for cleaning interior details and surfa-
ces. These cloths are available for purchase at
Volvo retailers.

Never scrape or rub a stain. Never use strong
stain removers.

Do not use solvent containing alcohol to
clean the instrument panel glass.

Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can be
easily scratched. Wipe these surfaces with
a clean and dry microfiber cloth using
small, circular motions. If necessary, mois-
ten the cloth lightly with clean water.

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Cleaning the exterior

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. This makes the vehicle easier
to clean because dirt does not attach as
strongly. It also reduces the risk of scratches
and keeps the vehicle looking new. Wash the
rims at a car wash or garage with an oil sepa-
rator. Use a car washing detergent recom-
mended by Volvo.

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Polishing and waxing

Polish and wax the vehicle when the paint is
dull or to provide extra protection. The vehicle
does not need to be polished until it is at
least a year old. However, it can be waxed
during the first year. Do not polish or wax the
vehicle in direct sunlight. The surface of the
vehicle should not be warmer than 45 °C
(113 °F).

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Wash and dry the vehicle very carefully
before polishing or waxing. Remove
asphalt and tar stains with asphalt
remover or paint thinner. More stubborn
stains can be removed with a grinding
paste designed for vehicle paint. Use
cleaning agents recommended by Volvo.

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Use polish first and then liquid or paste
wax. Follow the instructions on the pack-
age carefully. Many products contain both
polish and wax.

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A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.

Never polish or wax initially matte exterior
details on the vehicle. This could destroy
the matte effect and make the surface per-
manently shiny.

Avoid waxing and polishing plastic and
rubber.

If using degreaser on plastic and rubber,
only rub (if necessary) with slight pressure.
Use a soft sponge.

Polishing glossy trim moldings can wear
away or damage the glossy surface layer.

Polish containing abrasives must not be
used.

Use cleaning agents recommended by
Volvo. Other treatments, such as preserva-
tion, sealing, protection, luster sealing or
similar, could damage the paintwork.
Paintwork damage caused by such treat-
ments are not covered by Volvo's warranty.

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Hand washing

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. This makes the vehicle easier
to clean because dirt does not attach as
strongly. It also reduces the risk of scratches
and keeps the vehicle looking new. Wash the
vehicle in a car wash or garage with an oil
separator and use car washing detergent.
Use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo.

Important to keep in mind when
handwashing your vehicle

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Avoid washing the vehicle in direct sun-
light. This could cause the detergent or
wax to dry out and become abrasive.

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Remove bird droppings from paintwork as
soon as possible. It contains chemicals
that affect and discolor paintwork very
quickly. Use e.g. soft paper or a sponge
soaked in lots of water. Consult an author-
ized Volvo workshop for assistance
removing discoloration.

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Hose down the underbody, including the
wheel housings and bumper.

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Hose down the entire vehicle and remove
any loose dirt, droppings etc. to reduce
the risk of scratches from washing. Do not
spray directly onto locks.

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If necessary, use cold degreaser on heavily
soiled surfaces. Note that in such cases
the surfaces must not be hot from the sun.

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Wash using a sponge, car washing deter-
gent and plenty of lukewarm water. Make
sure that the sponge is clean. A dirty
sponge can scratch the paint.

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Clean the wiper blades with lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.

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Dry the vehicle using a clean, soft chamois
or a squeegee. Try not to let drops of
water dry in strong sunlight. This could
cause water drying stains that may need
to be polished out.

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In areas with heavy industrial emissions,
more frequent washing of the vehicle's
exterior is recommended.

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Tar spots from asphalt may remain even
after washing. Use a Volvo-recommended
tar remover to remove these spots after
washing the vehicle.

WARNING

Always entrust engine washing to a work-

shop. If the engine is hot, there is a risk of

fire.

Dirty headlights do not work as well. Clean
them regularly, e.g. when refueling.

Do not use corrosive cleaners. Use water
and a non-abrasive sponge.

Exterior lighting such as headlights and
taillights may develop temporary conden-
sation on the inside of the lens. This is nor-
mal. All exterior lighting is designed to
resist this. Condensation is normally ven-
ted out of the lamp housing once the light
has been lit for some period of time.

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Make sure that the panoramic roof

and sun shade are closed before wash-
ing the vehicle.

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Never use abrasive polishing agents on
the panoramic roof.

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Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the panoramic roof.

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Remember to remove dirt from the drain
holes in the doors and sills after washing
the vehicle.

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Automatic car washes

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,
the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicle
clean. It could also lead to paint damage.

Washing your vehicle in an automatic car
wash is a fast and easy way to keep your vehi-
cle clean, but it does not reach all areas of the
vehicle. Volvo recommends washing your
vehicle by hand or supplementing automatic
car washes with a hand wash.

Volvo recommends not washing the vehi-
cle in an automatic car wash during the
first few months; the paintwork on new
vehicles takes some time to fully harden.

Before driving the vehicle into a car wash,
deactivate the Automatic Braking when
Stationary and Automatic Parking Brake
Application functions. If the functions are
not deactivated, the brake system will
seize when the vehicle is stationary and the
vehicle will not be able to roll.

For automatic car washes in which the
vehicle is pulled forward on rolling wheels:

1. Before washing the vehicle, make sure

that the automatic rain sensor is deac-
tivated. If it is not deactivated and
inadvertently starts, the wiper arms
could be damaged.

2. To help prevent damage from the auto-

matic car wash machinery, make sure
that the door mirrors are folded in,
antennas retracted or removed, and
any auxiliary lights secured.

3. Drive into the automatic car wash.
4. Turn off the "Automatic Braking when

Stationary" function using the

but-

ton in the tunnel console.

5. Turn off the "Automatic Parking Brake

Application" function in the center dis-
play's Top view.

6. Turn off the engine by turning the start

knob in the tunnel console clockwise.
Hold the knob in position for at least
2 seconds.

The vehicle is now ready for the automatic
car wash.

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The system will automatically change to

mode if the above steps are not followed.
In

mode, the wheels are locked, which

they should not be when the vehicle is
being washed in a car wash.

Keep in mind that if the vehicle is equipped
with the keyless locking and unlocking
function

, the doors and tailgate/trunk lid

may open when washing the vehicle if the
remote key is within range.

Testing the brakes

WARNING

Always test the brakes after washing the

vehicle, including the parking brake, to

ensure moisture and corrosion do not

attach the brake pads and impair brake

functionality.

Lightly depress the brake pedal from time to
time when driving long distances in rain or
slush. The heat from the friction will help
warm up and dry the brake pads. Do the same
after starting the vehicle in very damp or cold
weather.

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Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces

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High-pressure washing

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,
the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicle
clean. It could also lead to paint damage.
Wash the vehicle in a car wash or garage
with an oil separator. Use a car washing
detergent recommended by Volvo.

If washing the vehicle with a high-pressure
wash, use sweeping movements and keep the
nozzle at least 30 cm (13 in.) from the vehicle.
Do not spray directly onto locks.

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Cleaning the wiper blades

Asphalt, dust and salt residue on wiper blades,
as well as insects, ice etc. on the windshield,
shorten the service life of wiper blades.

When cleaning, put the wiper blades in the
service position.

Wash the wiper blades and windshield
regularly with a lukewarm soap solution or
vehicle shampoo. Do not use strong sol-
vents.

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Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber

and trim components

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,
the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicle
clean. It could also lead to paint damage. Use
a car washing detergent recommended by
Volvo.

A special cleaning agent available from Volvo
retailers is recommended for the cleaning and
care of colored plastic parts, rubber and trim
components, e.g. glossy trim. Follow the
usage instructions for the cleaning agent care-
fully.

Avoid using car washing detergents with a pH
value lower than 3.5 or higher than 11.5. Doing
so could result in the discoloring of anodized
aluminum surfaces

(as shown in the illustra-

tions below). Abrasive polishing agents are not
recommended for these areas (as shown in
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Components that should be washed with a cleaning

product with a pH value between 3.5 and 11.5.

Avoid waxing and polishing plastic and
rubber.

If using degreaser on plastic and rubber,
only rub (if necessary) with slight pressure.
Use a soft sponge.

Polishing glossy trim moldings can wear
away or damage the glossy surface layer.

Polish containing abrasives must not be
used.

Avoid washing the vehicle with cleaner
with a pH value below 3.5 or above 11.5.
This could cause discoloration of anodized
aluminum components like the roof rail and
around the side windows.

Never use metal polishing agent on ano-
dized aluminum components. This could
cause discoloration and destroy the sur-
face treatment.

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Cleaning rims

The vehicle should be washed as soon as it
becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,
the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicle
clean. It could also lead to paint damage.
Wash the rims at a car wash or garage with
an oil separator. Use a car washing detergent
recommended by Volvo.

Use a rim cleaning agent recommended by
Volvo.

Strong rim cleaning agents could damage the
surface and stain the chromed aluminum rims.

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Corrosion protection

Your vehicle is constructed with protection
against corrosion.

Corrosion protection for the body consists of
modern metallic protective coatings on the
sheet metal, a high-quality painting process,
corrosion-protected and minimized metal
overlap, and shielding plastic components,
abrasion protection and supplemental rust
inhibitor in exposed areas. In the chassis,
exposed components of the wheel suspension
are made of corrosion-resistant cast alumi-
num.

Inspection and maintenance

The corrosion protection does not normally
require maintenance, but keeping the vehicle
clean helps reduce the risk of corrosion. The
use of strong alkaline or acidic cleaning fluids
should be avoided on shiny body components.
Any stone chips in the paint should be
touched up as soon as they are discovered.

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Paintwork

The paintwork consists of multiple layers. It is
an important part of the vehicle's corrosion
protection and therefore needs to be checked
regularly.

The most common types of paint damage are
minor stone chips, scratches and damage to
e.g. the edges of fenders, doors and bumpers.
To help prevent corrosion, paint damage
should be rectified immediately.

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Touching up minor paint damage

The paintwork is an important part of the
vehicle's corrosion protection and therefore
needs to be checked regularly. The most
common types of paint damage are minor
stone chips, scratches and damage to e.g.
the edges of fenders, doors and bumpers.

To help prevent corrosion, paint damage
should be rectified immediately.

Make sure the surface is clean and dry
before performing any touch-ups to the
paint. The surface temperature should be
at least 15 °C (59 °F).

Materials that might be needed

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Primer

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special adhesive primer is availa-

ble in a spray can for e.g. plastic-covered
bumpers.

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Base coat and clear coat

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available in

spray cans or as a touch-up pen/stick

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Masking tape.

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Fine-grain sandpaper.

Applying touch-up paint to a damaged
surface

If the damage has not reached all the way
down to the metal, then touch-up paint can be
applied immediately after the surface has been
cleaned.

1. Place a strip of masking tape over the

damaged surface. Pull the tape off so that
any loose flakes of paint adhere to it.

If the damage goes down to the bare
metal, you may need to use primer first. If
the paint damage is on a plastic surface,
an adhesive primer should be used for bet-
ter results. Spray the primer into the lid of
the spray can and brush on thinly.

2. Light sanding with a very fine-grained

sandpaper or similar may be required
before painting (e.g. if there are uneven
edges). Clean the area carefully to remove
dirt, grease, salts, etc. and let it dry.

3. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it

with a small brush, toothpick or similar.
When the primer is dry, apply one or more
coats of paint and then a clear coat, letting
the paint dry between each application.

If there is a longer scratch, follow the same
procedure as above, but first mask off the sur-
rounding area to protect the undamaged paint.

Touch-up pens/sticks and spray paint are
available at Volvo retailers.

Touching up minor paint damage (p. 639)

If the stone chip has not gone down to the
bare metal and an undamaged coat of
paint remains, apply base coat and clear
coat immediately after cleaning the sur-
face.

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Color codes

Color code

The color code decal is placed on the vehicle's
left-side door pillar (B-pillar) between the front
and rear doors and is visible when the left
front door is open.

Sample color code (1): US models.

Exterior color code

Secondary exterior color code (if applica-
ble)

Sample color code (1): Canadian models.

Exterior color code

Secondary exterior color code (if applica-
ble)

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Changing rear window wipers

The wiper blades help remove water from the
windshield and rear window. Along with the
washer fluid, they are designed to clean the
glass and help improve visibility while driving.
The windshield and rear window wiper
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Changing rear window wipers

Lift the wiper arm from the window and pull the

lower section of the blade to the right.

Grasp the center of the wiper blade and
lift it from the window to the stop posi-
tion.

When the wiper arm is halfway folded out,
it will stop in a locking position that helps
prevent the arm from falling back onto the
rear window. The wiper arm must be
pulled past the locking position stop in
order to change the wiper blade.

Grip the lower part of the blade and pull to
the right until the blade loosens from the
arm.

3. Press the new wiper blade until it clicks

into place. Check to make sure the blade
is securely in place.

4. Fold the wiper arm back toward the win-

dow.