Should I Replace Just the Wiper Blade or the Entire Wiper Assembly?
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Replacing just the wiper blade is sufficient, as the original wiper assembly can continue to be used. Below are detailed explanations about wipers: 1. Structure: The technical term for a wiper is "windshield wiper," which refers to the blade structure installed in front of the windshield. It consists of components such as a motor, reducer, four-bar linkage, wiper arm spindle, and wiper blade assembly. Its primary function is to clear rain, snow, and dust from the windshield that obstruct the driver's view. 2. Application: Intermittent flexible wipers allow drivers to adjust the wiping speed based on the intensity of rain and visibility conditions. Unlike standard wipers, these can automatically adjust the wiping speed according to the vehicle's speed. This is because, for the same amount of rainfall, higher speeds result in more rainwater hitting the windshield. Additionally, when the vehicle is stationary, the wiper's reduced speed operation minimizes noise.
My first car lasted seven or eight years, and I basically only needed to replace the rubber blades. At first, I went to the repair shop to replace the entire wiper set, but later I found that the original brackets were quite durable. Spending a little over thirty yuan to buy aftermarket rubber blades and replacing them myself worked just as well. The rubber blades tend to age and crack after about a year, and if you're handy, it only takes about five minutes to replace them. However, modern frameless wipers have a more compact design, and it's becoming increasingly difficult to find matching rubber blades sold online. In most cases, it's recommended to replace the entire wiper set. Before you start, make sure to measure the correct size and buy the right model—never force the bracket clips.
