Replace the wiper blades at least annually for optimum performance.
You can improve poor wiper quality by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield.
Note:
Do not hold the wiper blade when lifting the wiper arm.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper arm does not spring back against the glass when the wiper blade is not attached.
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- Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass.Press the locking buttons together.
- Slightly rotate the wiper blade.
- Remove the wiper blade.
- Install in the reverse order.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper blade locks into place.