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October 6, 2020 Service bulletin

Pitstop: correct procedure for raising windshield wipers

Kia technical service bulletin PS299_R4 for 2021 Kia Sorento, 2016-2020 Kia Optima and 2018-2021 Kia Forte and others.

Bulletin number
PS299_R4
Component
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer
Summary
PITSTOP: CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing windshield wipers on the below listed vehicles, including during PDI, ensure to raise the wiper arms to a vertical position to avoid damaging the paint on the rear edge of the hood.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 315 complaints in the visibility category.

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