Fix for Slow Wipers on 850, V70, S70 and XC70s

This is a comprehensive guide with pictures to cure wipers that have slowed with age on 850, V70, S70 and XC70 models.

Wiper Fix

“The wipers in my ‘94 855 have been getting slower with time. A few squirts of lubricant on the exposed shaft helped a bit, but was not a permanent solution. Here’s a few pics and procedure for doing a more thorough repair:

Tools Needed:
T25 Torx screwdriver
10mm wrench
13mm wrench
Flat screwdriver
Grease
Fine sandpaper
Cordless drill”

Fix for slow wipers

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Fix for Slow Wipers on 850, V70, S70 and XC70s

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