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Maintenance

Replacing the Wiper Blades - Right-Hand Drive

In this manual: Maintenance
Introduction — 1Quick Reference — 1Child restraint systems — 1Seat belts — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Function Description. Driver Airbag. Passenger Airbag — 1Supplemental Restraint System. Occupant Classification System. Side Airbags. Driver and Passenger Knee Airbag — 1Restraint System. Side Airbags - Coupe. Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator — 1Pedestrian Protection — 1Keys and remote transmitters — 1MyKey™ — 1Doors and Locks. Locking and Unlocking — 1Doors and Locks. Keyless Entry — 1Safety — 1Steering wheel — 1Wiper/Washer System — 1Lighting — 1Windows and Mirrors — 1Instrument cluster. Displays — 1Instrument cluster. Warning lights and displays. Audible warnings and messages — 1Information Displays — 1Air conditioning — 5Seats — 1Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Area — 1Starting the Engine. General Information. Keyless Start System. Steering Wheel Lock — 1Starting the Engine. Starting the Gasoline Engine — 1Starting the Engine. Engine Block Heater — 1Fuel and Refueling. Safety Information. Fuel Quality — 1Fuel and Refueling. Running the Fuel System Dry — 1Fuel and Refueling. Catalytic Converter. Refueling. Fuel Consumption — 1Transmission — 1Rear axle — 1Brakes — 1Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Parking Aid. Function Description. Rear Parking Aid — 1Parking Assist. Rear View Camera — 1Cruise control — 1Driver Assistance — 1Carrying Cargo — 1Towing — 1Convertible Top — 1Driving Notes — 1Emergency equipment. Hazard warning lights. Fuel shut-off — 1Emergency equipment. Jump-starting the vehicle — 1Emergency Equipment. Accident Notification System. Transporting the Vehicle. Towing Points — 1Fuses — 1Maintenance — 12Vehicle Care. Exterior Cleaning — 1Vehicle Care. Interior Cleaning — 1Vehicle care. Cleaning leather seats. Repairing minor paint damage. Cleaning alloy wheels. Cleaning the convertible top. — 1Wheels and tires — 10Technical data — 1Audio System. General Information. Audio Unit - Vehicles Equipped with Premium AM/FM/CD. Digital Broadcasting — 1Audio System. USB Port — 1SYNC™ 3 — 14Appendices. Electromagnetic Compatibility — 1Appendix. License Agreement — 1Appendix. Type Approvals — 1
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Replacing the wiper blades on right-hand drive vehicles is an essential maintenance task for optimum visibility. This section explains how to manually move the wipers into the service position and gives precise instructions for removing and installing the blades. It also provides important safety notes, such as protecting the glass and taking care when snow and ice are present. These instructions considerably simplify care of the wiper system. The illustration of the procedure is particularly helpful, as it provides visual support to avoid mistakes.

Replace the wiper blades at least once a year to ensure optimum performance.

Poor wiper performance can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield.

Service Position

Note: Do not hold the wiper arm by the wiper blade when turning it into the service position.

To replace the wiper blades, place the wipers in the service position. With the ignition switched off, the wiper arms can be moved into the service position by hand. The wipers return to their normal position when the ignition is switched on.

  1. Switch off the ignition.
  2. Turn the wiper arms into the service position by hand.

Note: With the ignition switched on, the wiper arms cannot be turned into the service position by hand.

Note: In the service position, it is easier to clear snow and ice from the wiper blades.

Note: Before switching on the ignition, make sure the windshield is free of snow and ice.

Replacing the Front Wiper Blades

Note: Do not lift the wiper arm by the wiper blade.

Note: Make sure the wiper arm does not spring back onto the windshield when the wiper blade is removed.

  1. Lift the wiper arm, then squeeze the wiper blade release tabs together.
  2. Turn the wiper blade slightly.
  3. Remove the wiper blade.
  4. Install in the reverse order.

The instructions for replacing the wiper blades on the right-hand drive Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023) are designed for safe and easy handling. The service position provides easier access and at the same time protects the components from damage. The 2014–2023 Ford Mustang offers a clever solution for quick and careful maintenance.

Particular emphasis is placed on correct handling to avoid damage to the wiper arms or the windshield. The clear instructions help the driver replace the wiper blades efficiently and safely.

These details highlight the high standards the Ford Mustang (VI Gen, 2014–2023) sets for functionality, safety and everyday usability.

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