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Old Jul 1, 2015 | 05:43 PM
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Hey Guys,
How difficult is it to remove the wiper arms from their posts ('08 XK-R). In other vehicles, I've needed a puller of some type. Once removing the nut, what should I expect? Stuck to the stud, or easy peasy lift off?
Doing this makes detailing that area, so much easier.
Thanks for any insight.......
 
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The first one I tried to remove on my '07 XK wouldn't budge, so I got a 'battery terminal lifter' tool to loosen it, as I didn't know exactly how it was held on.
After taking that first one off, I determined that I could accomplish the same thing by 'rocking' the arm on the post to loosen it, which is what I did with the other arm, and it came off without having to use the lifter tool.
 
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Thanks Ken,
I'll proceed with "hope", "faith", and "caution".....Ha, Ha...
 
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Hey Guys,
Wiper arm removal update....
After removing the cover cap and the nut (13mm), I gave the post a shot of PB Blaster and let it stew for an hour, or so.
Using a nylon pry and soft cloth, I applied light upward pressure while slightly wiggling the arm in different directions. Each broke loose after a little effort.
Thanks for your advice.
 
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