Replacing windshield wiper blades

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Nov 6, 2018 | 02:21 PM

drbbop

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Replacing windshield wiper blades

Can someone tell me the trick to replacing the blades on my 2013. It seems it should be simple, but I have
not found the right way to take them off. Thanks as always.

Nov 6, 2018 | 02:48 PM

GGG

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It used to be so easy with a simple spring clip before the designers got to work and put a U shaped bend on the end of the arm!

Graham

Nov 6, 2018 | 03:04 PM

MarkyUK

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Takes less than 5 mins to change both, just be careful not to let the arm go once wiper is detached as it can damage your screen.

OP, can I ask when the last time you changed a wiper was?

Nov 6, 2018 | 03:19 PM

drbbop

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I purchased the car in 04/2018, so this will be my first change of wipers

Nov 6, 2018 | 04:23 PM

110reef

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkyUK

be careful not to let the arm go once wiper is detached as it can damage your screen.

Very wise words. I had just gotten my windshield replaced on my BMW and decided to change the wiper blades. Took off one side and the arm slammed on the windshield and broke it. Grrrrr.

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Nov 7, 2018 | 12:29 AM

MarkyUK

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Quote:

Originally Posted by drbbop

I purchased the car in 04/2018, so this will be my first change of wipers

No I meant on any car.

Ask as my 11yr old Audi has the same fitting and changing is second nature

Nov 7, 2018 | 07:17 AM

drbbop

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Probably replaced a set on my BMW 650 before I sold it 1.5 yrs ago.

Replacing windshield wiper blades

Replacing windshield wiper blades

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