How to Replace the Wiper Blades on a Civic?
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The steps to replace the wiper blades on a Civic are as follows: 1. Push the wiper arm in the direction of the car's front until it locks firmly in position. Press the wiper's release button, grip the wiper blade with your hand, and gently pull outward to remove the old rubber blade assembly. 2. Release the two clips and pull out the old rubber blade. Be careful with the force when removing the central connecting mechanism and the side clips – do not detach the plastic parts at both ends. 3. Install the new rubber blade by offsetting the two metal strips to facilitate insertion. The first groove is the correct position for inserting the blade. Installing the new blade requires some manual skill and patience – complete one side before moving to the other. 4. Once successfully installed, reverse the removal steps to reattach the wiper arm to its original position.
As an experienced Civic driver, I'm quite familiar with changing wiper blades. First, after turning off the engine, activate the wiper service mode by finding the wiper maintenance option in the vehicle settings on the center console screen – this will make the wiper arms stand upright and lock in position. Press the clip button in the middle of the wiper blade and push upward to remove the old blade, but be sure to support the metal arm to prevent it from snapping back and breaking the windshield. When buying new wipers, make sure to get the specific model for your car. Simply align the new wiper with the connector and press down until you hear a click to secure it. Last time I changed mine, I noticed the nozzle area tends to trap leaves, so I took the opportunity to clean it out. When testing the washer fluid spray angle, remember to adjust the coverage area to avoid leaving water streaks. The whole process takes about fifteen minutes and saves a lot compared to doing it at the dealership.
Last time when I bought frameless wiper blades at the auto parts store, the clerk taught me a trick: Civics have two types of connectors—U-hook and direct plug-in. The 10th-gen Civic uses a side-push buckle. First, lift the wiper arm 90 degrees away from the windshield and place a small towel on the glass for safety. Use your left hand to press the small square on the buckle at the base of the rubber blade, and with your right hand, pinch the wiper blade and slide it upward to remove it. After peeling off the protective film from the new wiper, align it with the connector slot and insert it vertically until you hear a crisp click to ensure it's properly seated. The step I most often forget is to reset the wiper position at the end; otherwise, it might scratch the edge of the hood when starting the car.
