How Do You Replace A Windshield Wiper Arm?
Sometimes, replacing the wiper blade on your windshield wiper just isn’t enough if the wiper arm has been compromised, bent, damaged or misaligned by ice, snow or any other foreign object. In this case, replacing the arm is a simple process that you can do yourself, saving you money in the process, Step 1 Determine whether or not the application of your vehicle would simplify the removal of the arm to open the hood. There are some applications in which this is not necessary. Also, inspect the wiper arm and determine whether or not windshield-washer rubber plumbing lines are attached. If they are, simply unsnap the connector of the sprayer device and unclip the line from underneath the arm and let it dangle to the side, but out of the way. A telltale sign there are no windshield washer-lines is found at the point of exit for the spray. Many cars have sprayers attached to the hood and not to the wiper blades. Step 2 Locate the bottom of the wiper arm. There is a snap-down cover at the bo
