What is the size of Accord wiper blades?
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For the 14-16 Honda Accord models, the wiper blades on the passenger side and driver side are 19 and 26 inches respectively. If the rubber strip of the wiper blade ages, it may leave streaks on the windshield, and the metal wiper arm could potentially scratch the windshield glass, at which point the wiper blade needs to be replaced. The replacement steps are as follows: 1. First lift the driver side wiper arm, then lift the passenger side wiper arm. Avoid letting the wiper arms fall onto the windshield; this could damage the wiper arms and/or the windshield. 2. Press the tab and slide the bracket out from the wiper arm. 3. Pull the end of the tab and slide the wiper blade out of the bracket. 4. Remove the retainer from the detached wiper blade and install it onto the new wiper blade. Ensure the wiper blade protrusion and retainer groove are correctly aligned. 5. Slide the new wiper blade onto the bracket from the bottom end. The tab on the X bracket should snap into the recess of the wiper blade. 6. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm, then press down the locking tab. 7. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then lower the driver side wiper arm.
I remember driving an Accord for several years and only replaced the wiper blades last year. The standard size for the driver's side is 26 inches, approximately 66 cm, while the passenger side is 16 inches, about 40.6 cm. However, sizes may vary across different model years—for example, the 2018 model uses a combination of 26 and 19 inches. I personally measured the old wipers by stretching a tape measure from one end to the other. Choosing the wrong size leads to poor wiping performance and squeaking, which can be dangerous in rainy conditions when visibility is reduced. Last time, I bought a cheaper, smaller pair and nearly rear-ended someone on the highway—a lesson learned the hard way. I recommend checking your vehicle manual or entering your VIN online to confirm the exact size. Replacing them is simple; it takes just 10 minutes with a screwdriver. Wiper blades degrade quickly, so inspect them annually to ensure safety.
