The main function of the wiper blades is, of course, the systematic and correct cleaning of car windows from various kinds pollution and precipitation. Over time, they wear out and cease to fulfill their function one hundred percent. Some experts recommend changing the wipers on your car at least once a year. Where to start?
1 We understand what type of brushes we are dealing with
Today, there are two types of car wiper blades. The first type is ordinary brushes, which are installed on most cars. We are talking about an iron frame in which a special rubber element is fixed. Such brushes very often corrode, which over time will lead to unpleasant noise, creaking and poor quality glass cleaning. However, such brushes are less expensive and fit better to the glass. The second type is frameless wiper blades, which are found on more modern models cars.
As for the frameless version of the wipers, they are more convenient and easy to use, they consist of a special frameless holder and a rubber-graphite cleaning element. Reliability frameless brushes, as a rule, depends on the elasticity possessed by the holder. On more expensive versions of cars, in the design of the wipers, you can also find an additional spoiler that serves downforce on high speeds, for example, over 120 kilometers per hour. Replacing wiper blades is a simple procedure, but requires some initial knowledge and training.
As a rule, modern automakers give an indication of a specific brush manufacturer and even a part number. In addition, in some new wiper kits you can find detailed instructions for removal and installation. But sometimes you have to figure it out yourself. Then the main thing is to correctly determine the type of fastening of the wiper, which may vary on different models cars.
2 Some common types of mounts
On this moment, most foreign cars are equipped with wiper blades with a hook-type mount or, in English, Hook. This type of fastening is also found on domestic cars. As a rule, hook sizes are standard (9x4), however, on some models they may be larger or smaller, for example, some Audi models there are hooks smaller than the standard size. And on the model Honda Civic 4D, this mount is complemented by a special cap and decorative tape.
On some models of foreign cars produced after 2005, you can also find the Pin in Arm mount. For example, BMW e56, X5 and others. Besides Fastening Pin in Arm are also found on Mercedes-Benz models, Volkswagen and others. Manufacturers such as Volvo, Volkswagen, Renault and Ford sometimes fit windshield wipers on some models. push button. Removing such wipers does not require any effort and is considered the most convenient. It is enough just to press a special button, pull the wiper up to remove it, and in order to install new wipers, perform the same steps in reverse order.
Pin Lock is a fastener used on brushes from manufacturers such as Seat, Audi and Renault after 2008. These wipers have a special lock, but the procedure for removing them is almost identical to the method described for wipers with a Push Button mount. On some French-made cars, for example, models such as Fluence or Megan, a mount called Bayonet is used. To remove and install brushes with this type of fastening, it is necessary to raise the wiper to a vertical position, then open the two latches installed in parallel, and, applying force, remove the brush with the guide moving upwards.
Whatever brushes are on the windows of your car, the procedure for replacing them, as you can see, does not take much time and does not require much effort. It is recommended to change at least every 30 thousand kilometers, however, if you are satisfied with the work of the wipers, they do not creak, do not rust or deform, then it is not necessary to resort to replacement, as required by the norms. In addition, it is recommended to buy branded wipers for your car, as in this case, their operation will be more reliable, and you will have to change them much less often.
Another important advice. When replacing wipers, be sure to cover the windshield with a thick blanket. In the event of an unexpected fall of the wiper under the action of the spring, this will help save the glass. And remember that wiper blades are important mechanism, on which the safety of the driver and passengers depends, therefore it is prohibited by law to drive with faulty wipers. If we proceed from the GOST rules, then serviceable wiper blades on a car should completely clean the glass surface in 5 even “strokes”, if they need more time for this, then the wipers will soon have to be changed.
Car windshield wipers, commonly referred to as "wipers", are one of the consumable parts of all cars. They serve to remove water and dirt from the surface of the windshield, and sometimes even the rear glass, which interfere with the view. Since the brushes different cars do not fundamentally differ from each other, the replacement of windshield wipers is done the same for all cars. Consider how to change them with your own hands.
What are windshield wipers and when should they be changed?
Windshield wipers are a device in which a metal arm is connected to a rubber wiper surface. The "wiper" brush is fixed on the lever with a special holder with a plastic plug. They come in two varieties: framed and frameless.
Frame brushes have moving parts called rocker arms. They hold the cleaning surface on the windshield. The fundamental disadvantage of such “wipers” is the presence of swivel joints that are vulnerable to snow and ice, which disables the wipers. In addition, the rubber brush often does not adhere tightly to the glass, which makes its work inefficient.
Framed windshield wiper
Frameless "wipers" instead of rocker arms have a spring that presses the brush to the surface windshield. Such windshield wipers look more organic in appearance, clean the glass better and wear out less quickly. You can recognize them by the characteristic curve of their shape. "Wipers" of this type are installed on most modern cars and have the following advantages:
At the same time, it is not possible to replace only the rubber part in such “wipers”, you will have to change the whole thing. Often frameless wiper need to be selected specific model car along the length of the brush and the curvature of the windshield.
Self-replacing wiper blades
None special tool for this operation you do not need. Everything is done literally by hand and without too much fuss. All you need to do is buy new ones that fit your car. Please note that the right and left wipers are often not the same length.
The procedure for replacing brushes is performed in a few simple steps:
How to replace: master class on video
How to change rear
Rear wipers are also installed on hatchbacks and station wagons, since the rear window in such cars is quite large and gets very dirty, and good review through it is also important.
Fastening design rear wipers very different from that of the front. It is impossible to give universal advice here, since the rear wipers are fixed differently on all cars. Consider, as an example, "Kalina" in the back of a station wagon.
The sequence of actions in this case is as follows:
- It is necessary to lift the protective metal cap of the wiper, under which there is a fastening nut.
- We take the key for 10 and unscrew the nut. Please note that there is a small washer under it so that it does not drop. Slightly turning the wiper, pull it towards you and it can be removed without much difficulty. Now we need to remove the brush itself.
- On removed wiper it is necessary to pull the brush, and at the same time, with a screwdriver, slightly open the latch that holds it on the lever. The brush will come off. You can also change as described above.
When buying new wipers, it is important not to make a mistake with the size and compatibility of the mounts. Note that self-installation frameless brushes on a car with frame requires a special adapter. It is necessary to pay attention to the shape of the bend of the brush, as it affects the cleaning efficiency. windshield. It is advisable to treat new brushes with soapy water before use.
With the installation of frameless Bosch brushes Aerotwin is very simple. If suddenly something is not clear - watch the video and the installation diagram on the box. If it’s still not clear, call us, maybe you just don’t have the right wipers for your car.Fastening "regular hook" (regular hook)
Mount "side clip" (top lock)
Mount "bayonet" (bayonet lock)
Mount "BMW" (pinch tab button)
Installation of Bosch Eco/Twin wipers
With the installation of Bosch Eco wipers, everything is very simple. They have only a hook fastening and it is difficult to confuse something. But in the Twin series, in addition to fastening the hook, there are also several very rare and difficult to install fasteners. Can't install? Call us.Hook attachment (regular hook)
Installation of Trico Neoform wipers
Installing Neoform hook-mounted wipers is not as easy as many other wiper series. But it is much more difficult for hooligans to remove them in most cases. Watch the diagram and video and everything will become clear and accessible. Nothing complicated.Fastening "normal hook" (small hook)
Mounting "side pin" (side lock)
Fastening "button" (push button)
During the operation of personal vehicle after a certain time, many of its elements wear out, including the wiper blades. The value of this device is difficult to overestimate. Thanks to him, the driver has the opportunity to keep the windshield and rear window clean while driving in bad, rainy weather.
Why brushes wear out
Timely use of wipers provides good visibility and minimizes the occurrence of any incidents on the road. In this regard, the condition of the wiper blades must be monitored. If they no longer perform their functions properly, they need to be replaced.
Consider the process of replacing wiper blades on the example of a VAZ car. Most likely, many car owners domestic production noticed that the brush rear wiper wears out faster than front wiper blades. That is why we will first talk about how to remove the rear wiper blade.
Explain about rapid wear back brush wiper is possible because sand and other contaminants in the form of microparticles and fuels and lubricants they are lifted by the wheels of the car from the road surface, and during precipitation, due to the aerodynamic characteristics of the body, they are deposited mainly on its rear part.
Windshield wiper blade replacement process
You don't need a lot of tools to replace a worn windshield wiper blade. It is enough to arm yourself with the ignition key and proceed with the following steps:
- Despite the fact that visually mounting the rear brush is no different from mounting the front ones, its dismantling can cause some difficulties for those who have never encountered replacing the rear wiper. The point is that the removal regular place rear wiper blade only occurs when its holder is at a 45-degree angle relative to the horizon.
- To dismantle the worn rubber band of the rear wiper, which has ceased to fully cope with cleaning the glass, you must first turn on the wiper drive, after which, by starting the ignition system and deactivating it by turning the key, you need to set the brush to the desired position.
- As soon as this has been achieved, the brush is dismantled by simply pressing a special locking latch.
If you notice that the rear window of your car is not sufficiently cleaned of dust and dirt adhering to it during rain, we can conclude that the wiper rubber is worn out and that is why it has ceased to cope with its functions. It should be noted that the continued use of such wiper blades delivers when driving personal transport some discomfort, especially in bad weather with heavy precipitation. When driving a car, due to the limited visibility, the level of safety is reduced, so you need to be extremely careful while driving, and it is better to replace the worn rubber elements of the wipers as soon as possible.
The rubber element of the wipers is considered consumable for cars, you can find it at any auto parts store.
And there will be no need to buy it to order, because such parts are always in stock. Do not forget that good visibility of the car increases the likelihood that the driver in emergency will be able to react in time by pressing the brake pedal or making the necessary maneuver.
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See how to replace a worn wiper blade rubber:
How to replace old wiper blades yourself? Let's take a look at this issue step by step with the help of visual photos and videos.
1) First you need to purchase new brushes.
To do this, go to an auto shop and name the make and model of your car. The database specialist will choose car brushes that fit your vehicle. There may be pitfalls at this stage as there are many different attachments, brush lengths and sizes that you may be asked about. The most ideal option is to remove the old brushes and go to the store with them.
2) Remove the old brushes.
It must be understood that when replacing brushes, only their final part changes - a rubber brush with a metal holder.
Stays in place and does not change lower arm, which is attached to the wiper motor.
Removing old brushes occurs in several stages:
a) We move the wiper lever away from the window to a vertical position, so that the brush ceases to come into contact with the windshield and is steadily in a vertical position. The lever is fixed by a spring, so it is necessary to bend it to the other side to the end. Please note that in the process of replacing the brushes, it is necessary to hold the lever so that it does not jump off and hit the glass.
b) At the end of the lever, the metal is bent in the form of a horseshoe and in this place it is attached to the brush. Fastening takes place with the help of a special plastic latch-dog. It is necessary to press it and pull out the brush in reverse side as shown in the photo.
Removed the old brushes.
3) We put on new brushes
Here the operation is the reverse of the previous paragraph. In case you bought correct brushes and their fastening is identical to those removed, you can easily put them on.
brush on rear window changes similarly to the brushes on the windshield.
You can also watch a video on how to change wiper blades:
