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2012-2018 Toyota Corolla Windshield Wiper Replacement

This guide will teach you how to replace a...

iFixit Library 2012-Present Toyota Corolla Easy 5 - 10 minutes Guide 145154

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Guide overview

Before you begin

This guide will teach you how to replace a windshield wiper blade on a 2012-2018 Toyota Corolla. Wiper blades are constantly exposed, causing them to accumulate wear and tear over time. Using this guide, you’ll be easily able to replace your current windshield wiper blade for a new one. Before beginning this repair, turn off the car and engage the parking brake.

Step 1

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Lift up the windshield wiper you're replacing.

Step 2

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Flathead 3/32" or 2.5 mm Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Insert a flathead screwdriver into the locking mechanism of the wiper and gently pry it open.
You can use your car keys in case you do not have a screwdriver.

Step 3

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Push the wiper blade downwards until it locks into place.

Step 4

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Angle the wiper away from you, so that the top is near you while the bottom is farther away.
Gently push the blade out of the wiper base.

Step 5

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Bring the new wiper blade into the wiper base from the car, aiming it so that the wiper base enters the lock hole.
Once the wiper blade is in, hold it from the bottom and push it upwards to secure the hold.
Make sure to start with the lock open, and that the blade is facing the same direction as the picture.

Step 6

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Push down the lock with force until it clicks.

Step 7

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Repeat for the second blade.
Your windshield wiper blade replacement is now complete!