Introduction
Proper visibility when driving is crucial to safe transportation. In rain and snow, suitable windshield wipers will help ensure clear visibility. Use this guide to realign the front windshield wiper arm on a 2008 Subaru Impreza. In a few easy steps, this guide will get you back on the road to safer driving.
Tools
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There will be a rectangular bolt cover on the end of the wiper arm.
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To remove this cover, grab each side with your fingers and pull upward.
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It may help to wedge your fingernails underneath the cover piece.
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After removing the bolt cover, you will find the bolt that holds the wiper arm onto the vehicle.
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Loosen the bolt with the socket wrench just enough to be able to move the arm up and down the windshield.
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To loosen with the wrench, place the socket directly on top of the bolt and turn counter clockwise.
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There should be approximately 2 inches of space between the bottom of the windshield and the wiper in proper resting position.
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Once the arm is in correct position, tighten the same bolt at the bottom of the arm to keep the wiper in place.
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To tighten the bolt, place the socket directly on top of the bolt and turn in clockwise position until you are no longer able to turn.
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This guide will allow you to adjust both of the front windshield wipers. To realign the passenger side wiper, follow these steps in correct order.
