🔧 Front Windshield Wiper Blades - Replacement

Your RAV4 uses a hooked front wiper arm setup, so this job is a simple blade swap. You’ll remove the old blades from the metal arms and snap the new ones in place. It’s a quick beginner repair that usually takes just a few minutes.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 0.2-0.5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Turn the ignition off before starting so the wipers do not move unexpectedly.
• Keep the wiper arms from snapping against the glass.
• If a wiper arm is raised off the windshield, hold it securely while swapping the blade.
• No battery disconnect is required.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• None required
• Clean microfiber towel
• Safety glasses
• Gloves

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front wiper blade - Driver: 26", Qty: 1
• Front wiper blade - Passenger: 16", Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and switch the ignition off.
• Set the parking brake.
• Lift one wiper arm at a time so it does not snap back onto the glass.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift the wiper arm

• Pull the driver-side wiper arm away from the windshield until it stays upright.
• Repeat for the passenger side only after the first blade is installed.
• Hold the arm firmly so it cannot spring back.

Step 2: Remove the old blade

• Use your fingers to press the small release tab on the blade connector.
• Slide the blade downward to unhook it from the arm.
• Remove the blade from the arm carefully.

Step 3: Install the new blade

• Align the new 26" blade with the driver-side wiper arm hook.
• Slide the hook into the connector until it clicks.
• Gently tug the blade to make sure it is locked in place.

Step 4: Repeat on the passenger side

• Remove the old passenger blade the same way.
• Install the new 16" blade and confirm it clicks into place.
• Make sure both blades sit straight on the arm.

Step 5: Lower the arms carefully

• Set each wiper arm back onto the windshield slowly.
• Do not let the arm drop onto the glass.
• Wipe the windshield with a microfiber towel if needed.

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✅ After Repair

• Turn the ignition on and test the wipers with washer fluid.
• Check that both blades sweep smoothly with no streaking or chatter.
• If a blade lifts, chatters, or skips, recheck that it is fully locked to the arm.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $45-$90 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $25-$50 (parts only)

You Save: $20-$40 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.2-0.5 hours.

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