Pollen Filter

[CasaPaulo]

I've a pre facelift SE Alhambra and I've attempted to replace the pollen filter. I removed it with great difficulty by first withdrawing the bulkhead cover and setting the wipers vertically. It was a terrible struggle to get out, gouging the plastic cover. It came out beneath the o/s. I now find it virtually impossible to re-install. I've damaged the new replacement. It appears the wiper motor needs to be removed! Can anyone enlighten on the technique, cos I've given up the struggle for today and I can't find any ref in TIS.

Thankyou

[Guest ianock]

I'm quite sure this topic has been covered elsewhere here,however if its of any help I remove wiper blades(2x16mm nuts)remove edge trim(that covers drivers wiper spindle)then undo linkage mount on drivers side(13mm bolt) & the center one.The passenger side linkage mount I just loosen a few turns then swivel the linkage out from drivers side.Plenty of room but watch for catching any wires when puttiing new(but damaged :huh: )filter back in.Remove bulkheads cover by pulling out from drivers side & replace by putting in passenger side first,pushing over header tank(technicians get 12 minutes for this complete operation!)

This applies to the galaxy but i'm sure also applies to yours.

[CasaPaulo]

Thanks, I'll try again tomorrow, couldn't face going on further today, it was raising my blood pressure, not at all quite the ultra simple job I was led to think it was. Unless I'm still missing a trick. A very stupid design, no wonder the Dealer didn't do it.