How to Remove the Wiper Blades on an Audi A4?
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Audi A4 wiper blade removal method is as follows: 1. First, lift the metal wiper arm of the FAW-Volkswagen Audi A4 vehicle off the windshield, then stand the wiper upright, ensuring it remains stable. 2. Locate the plastic tab securing the rubber wiper blade to the metal arm. Press the tab to release and remove the old wiper blade from the Audi vehicle. 3. Additional Information: The wiper blade is a device used to sweep away rain and dust attached to the vehicle's windshield, improving driver visibility and enhancing driving safety.
Last time I removed the wiper blades on my Audi A4 myself and found it quite simple. First, turn the ignition on and then off, then quickly push the wiper stalk downward within 10 seconds—the wiper arms will lift up into the service position. At this point, firmly press the square release button above the wiper connector while pushing the wiper blade toward the base of the wiper arm. You’ll hear a click, and the blade can then be removed. When installing new wiper blades, make sure to align them with the groove on the connector and push them in until they lock into place. The whole process requires no tools, but remember to place a towel on the windshield to prevent the wiper arm from accidentally snapping back and damaging the glass. Beginners should consider having a friend supervise, as the A4’s wiper arms have strong spring tension. Also, it’s best to wear gloves for better grip when working in the rain, and don’t discard the old wiper blades—most auto repair shops can recycle them.
As someone who often helps neighbors with car repairs, I'm most skilled at replacing wiper blades for the Audi A4. The key is to position the wiper arms in the service mode: first turn on the ignition, then turn it off, and immediately move the wiper switch to the bottom position. At this point, the two wiper arms on the windshield will stand up. Locate the locking button at the connection point, usually designed as a small square. While pressing it with your thumb, use your other hand to hold the bottom of the wiper blade and push upwards until you feel it loosen, then you can pull it out smoothly. When installing the new blade, pay attention to the direction of the connector—the side with the raised mark should face upwards. You'll hear a clear clicking sound when it's properly seated. Important reminder for winter installations: the rubber can become brittle when frozen and may crack easily, so it's advisable to let it warm up in the garage for half an hour first. Also, the connectors may vary slightly between different model years of the A4, so it's best to bring the old wiper blade for size comparison when purchasing new ones.
Last week, I just taught my wife how to remove the wipers on her A4. Remember these three steps: first, lift the wiper upright (press the stalk after turning off the ignition), second, press the square button on the connector, and third, push the wiper blade out horizontally. The pushing direction should be parallel to the windshield—pulling at an angle may damage the clip. I noticed the driver and passenger side wipers are different lengths, with the longer one on the driver’s side—don’t mix them up. To replace just the rubber inserts, you don’t need to remove the entire wiper arm; locate the small pins at both ends of the wiper blade, rotate them 90 degrees with needle-nose pliers, and pull out the old rubber. I recommend buying German-made replacement inserts—they cost less than half of replacing the whole set. After installation, spray windshield fluid to test if they wipe clean. The most time-consuming part is actually lifting the wiper arm—the rest takes just two minutes.
