🔧 Impreza - Front Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Replacing the front wiper blades restores clear visibility in rain and reduces streaking and chattering. On your Impreza, this is a quick job: you’ll lift the wiper arms, remove the old blade assemblies, and clip the new ones on.

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

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• 🛑 Turn the ignition OFF before lifting wiper arms.
• 🛑 Place a towel on the lower windshield/cowl to prevent scratches.
• 🛑 Do not let a bare wiper arm snap onto the glass (it can crack the windshield).
• 🛑 If the hood edge blocks the arm, open the hood for clearance.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Microfiber towel
• Nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses
• Small flathead screwdriver
• Step stool

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Front wiper blades - Driver: 26", Passenger: 16" - Qty: 2

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Turn the ignition OFF and remove the key/fob from the car.
• Place a microfiber towel along the lower edge of the windshield.
• If the wiper arms don’t lift freely, open the hood for clearance.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Lift the wiper arms

• Gently lift the driver-side wiper arm away from the windshield until it stays up.
• Repeat for the passenger-side arm.
• Hold the arm—don’t let it spring back.

Step 2: Release the old blade from the wiper arm

• At the center of the blade, find the small release tab where the blade connects to the arm.
• Press the tab with your fingers; if it’s stubborn, carefully use a small flathead screwdriver to press the tab.
• Slide the blade down and off the hook-style end of the arm.

Step 3: Install the new blade

• Confirm you have the correct lengths: driver 26", passenger 16".
• Slide the new blade onto the end of the wiper arm until it clicks/locks into place.
• Gently tug on the blade to confirm it’s fully latched.

Step 4: Lower the arms carefully

• Lower each wiper arm back onto the windshield slowly and gently.
• Remove the microfiber towel.

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✅ After Repair

• Start the car and test the front wipers on LOW and HIGH.
• Use washer fluid and check for streaking, skipping, or the blade hitting trim.
• If you hear slapping or see uneven wiping, re-check that each blade is fully clicked in.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

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

DIY Cost: $20-$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 0.2-0.4 hours.

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