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Module 04

Wiper Blades

Beginner 5 min ~£20-30

Standard J-hook or push-button fittings on most modern cars. The biggest job is identifying the correct length — your handbook or any auto-parts website's number-plate lookup will tell you. Bosch Aerotwin is the quality benchmark.

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Pro tips
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Lay a folded towel on the windscreen — protects the glass if the wiper arm snaps back.

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Bosch Aerotwin or Valeo Silencio give the best wipe quality. Cheap blades streak within weeks.

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Don't forget the rear wiper — it's usually a different length and fitting.

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Look up your car on Halfords, Eurocarparts or your supplier's website by reg number — they'll list the exact sizes.

Step by step
01

Look up your front and rear wiper sizes by reg number on any auto-parts site

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Lift each wiper arm until it locks upright

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Lay a folded towel under the arm to protect the glass

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On J-hook fittings: press the release tab and slide the blade off the hook

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On push-button fittings: press the release button and pull the blade off

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Slide the new blade on until it clicks securely into place

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Lower the arm gently — never let it spring back onto bare glass

08

Test with washer fluid before driving

What you'll need
MATERIALS
Front wiper blades — sizes per your handbook (e.g. 26" + 16")Amazon →
Rear wiper blade — size per your handbook (typically 12-16")Amazon →
Microfibre cloth (clean the windscreen first for streak-free wipe)(optional)Amazon →

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