🔧 Tundra - Front Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Replacing the front wiper blades restores clear visibility in rain and helps prevent scratching the windshield. The job is quick: you’ll remove the old blades from the wiper arms and click the new ones into place.

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

Assumption: your Tundra uses the common J-hook wiper arm.

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• 🛑 Turn the ignition OFF and keep hands clear of the wiper linkage.
• 🛑 Don’t let the wiper arm snap onto the glass—hold it while swapping blades.
• 🛑 Work on a stable, level surface with the truck in Park.
• 🛑 Battery disconnect is not required for this repair.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

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

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front wiper blades - Driver: 26", Passenger: 22" - Qty: 2
• Windshield washer fluid - Qty: 1 gallon

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground, shift to Park, and turn the ignition OFF.
• Place a microfiber towel on the lower windshield where the arms could touch. This helps protect the glass.
• Inspect the new blades: confirm left/right sizes before you open packaging.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift the wiper arm safely

• Put on work gloves and safety glasses.
• Lift one wiper arm up and away from the windshield until it stays up on its own.
• Keep the microfiber towel on the glass as a backup.

Step 2: Remove the old wiper blade

• Rotate the blade so it’s perpendicular to the wiper arm.
• Press the small release tab where the blade connects to the arm; use the small flat-blade screwdriver gently if the tab is stiff.
• Slide the blade down and off the hook.
• Hold the arm—don’t let it spring down.

Step 3: Install the new wiper blade

• Align the new blade’s connector with the hook on the wiper arm.
• Slide it into place until it clicks/locks.
• Gently tug the blade to confirm it’s locked on.

Step 4: Lower the wiper arm and repeat on the other side

• Lower the wiper arm back onto the windshield carefully (don’t drop it).
• Repeat Steps 1–3 for the other front wiper blade.
• Remove the microfiber towel when finished.

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✅ After Repair

• Start the truck and test wipers on low speed first, then high.
• Spray washer fluid and confirm both blades wipe cleanly without streaks or chatter.
• If a blade streaks, wipe the rubber edge with a clean microfiber towel and re-test.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $40-$80 (parts + labor)

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

You Save: $15-$30 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.3-0.5 hours.

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