Vehicle Care 9-29Wiper Blade ReplacementWindshield wiper blades should beinspected for wear or cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance onpage 10‑2 for more information.It is a good idea to clean or replacethe wiper blade assembly on aregular basis or when worn. Forproper windshield wiper bladelength and type, see MaintenanceReplacement Parts on page 10‑8.Notice: Allowing the wiper bladearm to touch the windshield whenno wiper blade is installed coulddamage the windshield. Anydamage that occurs would not becovered by your warranty. Do notallow the wiper blade arm totouch the windshield.Front Wiper BladeReplacementTo replace the wiper bladeassembly:1. Pull the windshield wiperassembly away from thewindshield.2. Press the button in the middle ofthe wiper arm connector, andpull the wiper blade away fromthe arm connector.3. Remove the wiper blade.4. Reverse steps 1 through 3 forwiper blade replacement.Rear Wiper Blade ReplacementThe rear wiper blade and wiper armhave a cover for protection. Thecover must be removed before thewiper blade can be replaced.To remove the cover:1. Slide a plastic tool undercover and push upward tounsnap.
