More recently, all automakers made the wiper mounts on the car standard. Ford was the first to introduce new wiper blades in 1999 to improve aerodynamics and aesthetics. All types of mounts are different from each other. However, it is not difficult to cope with them.
Instructions
Step 1
Determine what kind of wiper mount on your car. To do this, remove the wiper by unfastening the latch and see how it looks. The oldest and still widespread type of attachment is called a "hook" or hook, or J-hook. Sometimes it is denoted by the letter "U"
Step 2
Measure your mount so you don't make a mistake when buying from a store. These hooks come in several sizes. For passenger cars, most often - 9x3 and 9x4 mm. These universal-mount brushes are much easier to choose and fairly easy to install. True, they have a drawback - increased aerodynamic resistance.
Step 3
Unfasten the latch on the new wipers. Hook them on and close the latch. It happens that the new latch does not work. Remove it from the old wipers and put it on the new ones. This usually helps to easily attach the wiper blades without assistance.
Step 4
If you are in doubt which of the clever mounts is right for your car, remove the brushes and contact your auto shop for advice. Ignorance is quite justified, because even quite common options for attaching wipers there are many. For example, "push button" or "push button", "side clamp" or "pinch tab", "bayonet lock" or "bayonet arm", "side pin" or "side pin". Ask the seller to choose the option you want and show how it is easier and easier to attach the wiper blades
Step 5
If you find that your car has a specific mount, you will have to look for a special set of frameless brushes that will only fit your model and car brand. Most often, the design of such wipers takes into account the curvature of a particular windshield. No other option can replace them.
Step 6
Get what you need and secure new brushes in place. Typically, these connections are extremely simple and compact. They improve aerodynamics. True, they are much more expensive, and it is more difficult to find them on sale than wipers with universal mounts.
