Chevrolet Captiva Owners Manual: Wiper Blade Replacement

Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking.

See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-2.

Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 11-13.

Caution

Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper arm to touch the windshield.

Front Wiper Blade Replacement

To replace the windshield wiper blade:

1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.

2. Push the release lever (2) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (1) out of the blade assembly (3).
3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release lever clicks into place.
4. Lower the wiper arm.

Rear Wiper Blade Replacement

To replace the rear wiper blade:

1. Lift the rear wiper arm (1) from the window.
2. Turn the bottom edge of the blade assembly (2) slightly away from the underside of the wiper arm.
3. Apply downward pressure to the blade assembly and remove from the wiper arm.
4. Install the new wiper blade.
5. Return the wiper arm and blade assembly to the rest position on the window.