🔧 Front Wiper Blade Replacement

Replacing the front wiper blades is a quick maintenance job that restores clear visibility in rain and spray. On your CX-5, the blades use a standard hook-style arm, so the swap is straightforward once the old blades are lifted off the arms.

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

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Turn the ignition off before starting.
• Keep the wiper arms supported while the blades are removed; a bare arm can snap against the glass and crack the windshield.
• Make sure the hood is fully closed before moving the wiper arms.
• No battery disconnect is required for this repair.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Gloves
• Safety glasses
• Soft towel or folded microfiber cloth

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front wiper blade - Driver side 26" - Qty: 1
• Front wiper blade - Passenger side 17" - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on a flat surface and set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition off and remove the key or fob from the vehicle.
• Lift the wiper arms carefully and place a soft towel on the windshield edge for protection.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift the wiper arm

• Gently lift the driver-side wiper arm away from the windshield.
• Do the same for the passenger-side arm.
• Hold the arm firmly.

Step 2: Remove the old blade

• Use your fingers to press the small release tab on the blade adapter.
• Slide the blade downward off the hook on the wiper arm.
• If it sticks, wiggle it gently while keeping the arm steady.

Step 3: Install the new blade

• Use the new 26" blade on the driver side and the new 17" blade on the passenger side.
• Slide the hook of the wiper arm into the new blade adapter until it clicks.
• Pull lightly on the blade to confirm it is locked in place.

Step 4: Lower the wiper arms

• Carefully lower each arm back onto the windshield.
• Make sure the blade sits flat and centered on the glass.
• Lower them slowly.

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✅ After Repair

• Turn the ignition on and test the wipers at low speed.
• Check that both blades sweep smoothly with no streaking or chatter.
• If a blade skips, confirm it is fully locked onto the arm.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $70-$140 (parts + labor)

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

You Save: $45-$90 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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🎯 Ready to get started?

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