Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking each time maintenace
is performed. See
Scheduled Maintenance
.
- Turn the wipers to LO.
- Turn off the ignition while the wipers are at the outer positions of the
wiper pattern. The blades are more accessible for removal/replacement while in this
position.
- Pull the windshield wiper arm 3 to 4 inches (7.5 to 10 cm)
away from the windshield.
- While holding the wiper arm away from the
glass, push the release clip from under the windshield wiper arm connecting point
and slide the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm.
- Slide the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the
release clip click into place.
For wiper blade type and length, see
Maintenance Replacement Parts