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Wiper Blade Element Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 GMC Acadia, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2013 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Wiper Blade Element
    GM1582942Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Remove the wiper blades from the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Acadia) , Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Enclave)  or Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Traverse) .
  2. Look down the length of the blade element.
  3. Replace the wiper blade element if the rubber element which contacts the glass is not on the centerline of the blade +/-15 degrees.
  4. Install the wiper blades on the wiper arms. Refer to Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Acadia) , Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Enclave)  or Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement (Traverse) .