🔧 Encore - Front Wiper Blade Replacement

Replacing the front wiper blades is a quick maintenance job that restores clear visibility in rain and reduces streaking and chatter. You’ll remove the old blades from the wiper arms and snap the new ones on.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 0.25-0.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Keep a firm grip on the wiper arm; if it snaps back, it can crack the windshield.
• ⚠️ Put a towel on the glass under the arm while you work.
• ⚠️ Turn ignition OFF before lifting the wiper arms.
• ⚠️ Battery disconnect is not required.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Safety glasses
• Nitrile gloves
• Microfiber towel
• Small flat-blade screwdriver

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front wiper blades - Driver: 26", Passenger: 14" - Qty: 2

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park your Encore on level ground and turn the ignition OFF.
• Lift each wiper arm away from the windshield carefully.
• Place a microfiber towel on the glass under the wiper arm to protect it.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift the wiper arm safely

• Use your hands to lift the wiper arm until it stays up.
• Slide a microfiber towel under the arm on the windshield.
• Never let the bare arm hit glass.

Step 2: Remove the old wiper blade

• Rotate the wiper blade so it’s roughly perpendicular (90°) to the wiper arm.
• Look where the blade connects to the arm (the “adapter,” the small plastic connector).
• Press the release tab with your thumb; if it’s stubborn, use a small flat-blade screwdriver to gently press the tab.
• Slide the blade down and off the hook-style end of the arm.

Step 3: Install the new wiper blade

• Remove packaging and confirm you have the correct length for each side (driver is longer than passenger).
• Align the new blade adapter with the hook end of the wiper arm.
• Slide it into place until you hear/feel a solid “click.”
• Gently tug on the blade to confirm it’s locked on.

Step 4: Lower the arm and repeat for the other side

• Use your hand to guide the wiper arm back down onto the windshield slowly.
• Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other front wiper.

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✅ After Repair

• Start the vehicle and test wipers on low speed with washer fluid.
• Check for skipping, streaking, or one side not wiping (usually means the blade isn’t fully clicked in).
• Wipe the windshield clean with glass cleaner for best results.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $40-$90 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $20-$55 (parts only)

You Save: $20-$35 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.2-0.4 hours.

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