How To Change A Back Windshield Wiper. When wiper blades no longer make proper contact with the windshield surface they can begin to squeak chatter skip smear or streak reducing. All wiper arms fit onto a splined shaft Photo 1.
Fortunately learning how to change windshield wipers is a very basic car skill. The rear window wiper can become worn over time because of its exposure to the elements. We recommend changing the wiper blades on your Explorer at least once a year even if you dont use your wipers much - the sun wears out your wiper blades more than using them to wipe water.
If you accidentally bump into it in the midst of changing blades it could slap down and crack the windshield.
With the wiper blades off the metal wiper arm is poised to make contact with the glass. The video above shows you how to replace the rear back wiper blade in your 2016 Ford Explorer. Understand the windshield parts. A bad windshield wiper motor is a big time safety issue.
