Tools & materials
Tools
- Towel for windshield protection
Parts / materials
- Correct-size compatible blades
Preparation
- Confirm blade sizes, connector type, and whether a service position is required.
Step by step
- 01Place a folded towel on the glass beneath the arm.
- 02Raise one arm, rotate the blade, and release its connector.
- 03Attach the new blade until its lock clicks; gently tug to confirm.
- 04Lower the arm carefully and repeat. Test with washer fluid.
What success looks like
Blades lock securely and wipe cleanly without chatter or contact.
Common mistakes
- Letting the arm snap down
- Wrong connector
- Mixing driver/passenger sizes
Call a professional
Repair damaged arms, linkage, motors, or persistent parking faults professionally.