Lincoln Aviator: Maintenance / Changing the Front Wiper Blades - Vehicles Without: Heated Wiper Blades
You can improve poor wiper quality by
cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield.
Replace the wiper blades at least annually
for optimum performance.
Removing the Front Wiper Blades
- Lift the wiper blade from the windshield
by holding the middle of the retainer.
Note: Do not hold the wiper
blade to lift the
wiper arm.
- Rotate the blade toward the windshield
by gripping it under the connector until
a “click” sound is heard and the wiper
blade position is fixed.
- Push the blade release button on top of
the connector and pull the blade from
the arm.
Note: Make sure that the wiper arm does
not spring back against the glass when the
wiper blade is not attached.
Installing the Front Wiper Blades
- Line up the wiper blade, water and
electrical connectors with the receptors
on the wiper arm by lifting the arm from
the windshield.
- Slide the blade into the connector until
a “click” sound is heard.
- Rotate the blade toward the wiper arm
by gripping it under the connector until
a “click” sound is heard. Verify that the
blade has rotation.
Note: Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
Washer Fluid Check
WARNING: If you operate your
vehicle in temperatures below 41.0°F (5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze
protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase
the risk of injury or accident...
Replacing the Rubber Insert
Remove the wiper blade.
Use a suitable tool, for example a
screwdriver, to carefully move the tab on
the end cap.
Pull the end cap to release the rubber
insert
To install, reverse the removal procedure...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
DSM
B12A7:11
Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A7:15
Steering Column Tilt Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A8:11
Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B12A8:15
Steering Column Telescope Sensor A: Circuit Short To Battery or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test C
DSM
B1375:11
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B1375:12
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B1375:13
Steering Column Tilt Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:11
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:12
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test D
DSM
B137E:13
Steering Column Telescope Motor: Circuit Open
GO to Pinpoint Test D
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart: Power Adjustable Steering Column
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...
Shift Point Road Test
NOTE:
Always drive the vehicle in a safe manner according to driving conditions and obey all traffic laws.
Upshift Gear Sequence
At times the 10-speed transmission may skip gears when the vehicle starts from a complete stop...
Categories
Use a child restraint (sometimes called an
infant carrier, convertible seat, or toddler
seat) for infants, toddlers and children
weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally
four-years-old or younger).
Using Lap and Shoulder Belts
WARNING: Do not place a rearward
facing child restraint in front of an active
airbag. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
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