Windshield wiper blades should be inspected at least twice a year for wear or cracking. See "Wiper Blade Check" in At Least Twice a Year for more information.

Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts .

To remove the windshield wiper blade(s):

1. Turn the wipers on to the lowest intermittent setting.
2. Turn the ignition to OFF while the wipers are at the outer position of the wipe pattern.
3. Pull the windshield wiper arm away from the windshield or backglass.



4. While holding the wiper arm away from the glass, push the release clip from under the blade.



5. Push the release clip at the connecting point of the blade and the arm up. Then pull the blade assembly down toward the glass to remove it from the wiper arm.
6. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release clip "click" into place.
7. Push the release clip, from Step 4, down to secure the wiper blade into place.