Pitstop - correct procedure for raising windshield wipers
Kia technical service bulletin PS299_R3 for 2016-2019 Kia Optima, 2019 Kia Forte and 2017-2019 Kia Cadenza and others.
- Bulletin number
- PS299_R3
- Component
- Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
- Summary
- PITSTOP - CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - When servicing the windshield wipers on the listed vehicles below during PDI, make sure to use the procedure outlined below to raise the wiper arms to the fully vertical position in order to avoid damaging the paint on the rear edge of the hood. It is important to note that the wipers on these vehicles are recessed under the hood to provide better appearance and reduced wind noise characteristics. This procedure applies to both key start and SMK type ignition systems.
Owners of these vehicles have filed 52 complaints in the visibility category.
Vehicles covered
VIN decoder
See the problems and recalls for an exact car
Buying a used Kia Optima?
Check the exact car before you pay: accidents, salvage or flood titles, odometer readings and previous owners.
Check its history