The 2001 Subaru Forester takes a 21" drivers side, 19" passenger side and a 14" or 15" rear wiper. See sources and related links below for more information. Since there are over 22 different wiper arm attachments, do not buy wipers just by length only. Be sure to lookup exact wiper blade part numbers by vehicle make, model and year for the brand wiper you decide to purchase. This ensures correct length AND correct attachment.
No, just replace it.
The drivers side wiper blade for a 2005 Subaru Forester is 22 and the passenger side wiper blade is a 19. The rear window wiper is a size 15.
The front wiper attachments are hook end and the rear wiper attachment is Roc Lock 3. Once you get the correct rear blade (very hard to find in stores), its easy to change. See sources and related links below for wiper blade installation videos and correct wiper blades.
The 2000 Subaru Forester takes 21" drivers, 19" passenger side and 14" rear wiper blades. See sources and related links below. Do not buy wipers just by length however, and be sure to lookup exact wiper blade part numbers for the brand wiper you decide to purchase by vehicle make, model and year. This ensures correct length AND attachment.
This may sound like a smart-alec answer, but I am serious. Take your Forester to the auto parts store. Tell them you want the blades replaced. They will do it for you for the cost of the blades. No extra charge, at least in my experience. I changed my own timing belt and water pump, but the wipers I leave to the experts! -Ken
The 2009 Subaru Forester takes a fairly specialized 14" rear wiper blade that is often difficult to find in stock at stores. See sources and related links below for more information on the wiper blade itself and for an installation video. Installation is simple once you have the correct fitting wiper blade.
1) Go to your auto parts store. 2) Say "I want you to replace my wiper blades". 3) Give them money.
The 2000 Subaru Legacy has the most common hook-end wiper arms. See sources and related links below for installation videos. Also, purchase the replacement blades first and there will be additional instructions/illustrations on the replacement packages. Locate and press the tab or button where the wiper blade is inserted into the hook of the wiper arm and pull wiper blade out of hook. You may have to rotate and flex the blade to make enough clearance for the hook to pass through.
I've had my 2007 Forester since it had 41,000 miles on it. I just rolled over to 100,000 miles, and so far, I've had to replace a headlight, do the normal oil changes & wiper blades, and put brake pads on it. Every one I talked to has loved their Subaru.
The 2001 Subaru Legacy takes a 22" drivers side, 20" passenger side wiper blades on the front and a 14" rear wiper. See sources and related links below for more information. Since there are currently over 22 different wiper arm attachments, do not buy wipers just by length only - be sure to lookup exact wiper blade part numbers by vehicle make, model and year for the brand wiper you decide to purchase. This ensures correct length AND correct attachment.
To remove the windshield wipers on a 2009 Subaru Forester, first, lift the wiper arms away from the windshield to a vertical position. Locate the small tab or lever on the underside of the wiper blade where it attaches to the arm, press it down, and slide the blade off the arm. Repeat the process for the other wiper. Finally, lower the wiper arms back to their resting position.
You can change the wiper blades by removing the retaining clip to the wiper blade arm. The wiper blade will come off and can be replaced.