How to Replace the Rubber Blade on a Beam Wiper?
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The steps to replace the rubber blade on a beam wiper are as follows: 1. Lift the wiper arm and press the square button on the wiper to detach it from the metal arm. 2. It's advisable to wrap the wiper arm with a soft cloth to avoid damaging the glass surface, then gently return it to the windshield. 3. Soak the new wiper rubber blade in soapy water. 4. Take the original wiper and pinch one side of the rubber blade with your fingers, then pull it back and forth forcefully. 5. Identify the side that cannot be pulled, and use a thin flat-head screwdriver to pry open the plastic end cap on that side. 6. Use a small flat-head screwdriver to gently lift the metal hook, then remove the old rubber blade. 7. Install the new rubber blade soaked in soapy water, use pliers to lightly clamp the metal hook to secure the new rubber blade, and finally cover it with the plastic end cap.
I'm quite familiar with replacing frameless wiper blades—it's a DIY job. First, remove the wiper from the windshield by pressing the release tab at the base of the wiper arm and gently pushing to detach it. Lay it flat on a table, locate the movable small clip in the middle, and use a fingernail or small screwdriver to flick it sideways—the old rubber blade will slide out easily. Never yank it forcefully or the metal frame may bend. Next, clean out dirt and leaf debris from the frame's groove to keep it spotless. Choose a new rubber blade with the same specs as the original, and measure the length carefully to avoid buying the wrong size. When installing, insert one end of the new blade into the frame's groove and slowly slide it along the track until it clicks into place at the center clip—you'll hear a snap. The whole process takes less than 5 minutes. Reinstall it on the car, spray some water, and test if it wipes cleanly. Keep a couple of spare blades in your car—they cost ten times less than buying a whole new wiper.
