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Wiper Blade Replacement

  1. Adjust the wiper arms to the winter position (see WIPER ARM/NOZZLE ADJUSTMENT ), then raise the wiper arms off the windshield.
    NOTE:
    • Lift the driver's side first.
    • Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised.
  2. Push the edge of the cover on the blade assembly until the other side of the edge is pivoted out, and remove the cover (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Cover
    G07355091Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the blade assembly (B) from the wiper arm (C) by removing the two screws from the arm.
  4. Remove the blade (A) from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade. Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder.
    Fig 2: Removing Blade From Holder
    G07355092Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement (A), remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blades, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade.
    Fig 3: Identifying Metal Reinforcement
    G07355093Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the wiper blades onto the wiper arms in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Check the wiper operation, if the blades slip, turn the wiper switch OFF, and reinstall the wiper blades securely.