Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual: Front Wiper Blade Replacement

Chevrolet Sonic Owner's Manual / Vehicle Care / Vehicle Checks / Wiper Blade Replacement / Front Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See the Maintenance Schedule for more information.

Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts.

Caution

Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield.

To replace the windshield wiper blade:

1. Pull the windshield wiper assembly away from the windshield.

2. Squeeze the tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly

2. Squeeze the tabs on each side of the wiper blade assembly and slide the assembly off the end of the wiper arm.

3. Install the new blade onto the arm and make sure the tabs are fully set in

3. Install the new blade onto the arm and make sure the tabs are fully set in the locked position.

4. Repeat the steps for the other wiper.

Wiper Blade Replacement

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