How To Change Windshield Wipers?

Lift the wiper arms away from the windshield

Note the wiper blade type (hook-style, bayonet-style, or J-hook) before removing

Turn the wiper to the “off” position and remove the key from the ignition (if applicable)

If blades are stuck, gently reposition the arm and wiggle the blade at the connection point

Release the old blade

For hook-style: press the tab on the blade connector and slide the blade off the hook

For bayonet-style: lift the locking tab and rotate/pull the blade off the arm

For J-hook: press the release clip and pull the blade straight off the hook

Remove the old blade from the wiper arm

Align the new blade with the wiper arm connector

Slide or snap the new blade onto the connector until it locks

For hook-style: push until the connector clicks into place

For bayonet-style: align the tabs and rotate/push until it locks

For J-hook: push until the clip engages

Lower the wiper arms back onto the windshield carefully

Test operation by turning the wipers on briefly

Verify smooth movement and full contact across the windshield

Repeat on the other side if needed

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