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How to Replace a Wiper Blade?

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15y ago
Updated: 11/10/2020

For the mechanically challenged, it can be a daunting task to change a wiper blade on a vehicle. One problem that makes it difficult is because there are a number of wiper systems and wiper blades. Check the manual for the vehicle and it might specify the size and type of blade needed for the particular model in question. If the manual does not state what type of blade is needed, most companies who sell wiper blades have either a book or information on their computer that will clarify what type of wiper blade fits the vehicle.

Before attempting to work on the wiper mechanism, the first thing a person should do is to start the vehicle and wait until the blade is in the middle of the windshield and then quickly turn off the key. This will stop the wiper’s motion and it will be in a more accessible position for removal of the old wiper blade and replacing it with a new blade. A common sense approach would be to do a simple analytical evaluation as to how the old blade is attached before removing it and this will help when installing the new one.

To remove the old blade, pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield toward the front of the vehicle, in order to provide plenty of room to work. While firmly holding the wiper arm, after locating the connection apparatus of the old blade, lift the clip up from the blade, or depress the release tab if applicable for that type of blade, then pull the blade assembly down toward the windshield to remove it from the wiper arm.

Before opening the new blade package to install it, check and make sure that it will fit the wiper arm of the vehicle. Many blades are manufactured to universally fit a variety of wiper mechanisms and come with several adaptors. If adaptors are needed, attach them and find the connection point on the wiper mechanism, slide the new blade into the crevice, then snap or hook it firmly into place.

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