Buick Encore Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-13710474) -
2020 - CRC - 10/7/19
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Vehicle Care
Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be
replaced periodically. See
.
Replacement blades come in
different types and are removed in
different ways. For proper type and
length, see
.
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
the vehicle warranty. Do not allow
the wiper arm to touch the
windshield.
Front Wiper Blade
Replacement
To replace the front wiper blades:
1. Lift the wiper arm from the
windshield until no further
movement is possible.
2. Press the release button on the
top side of the wiper and pull
the wiper blade out of the end
of the wiper arm.
3. Install the wiper blade
connector by sliding into the
end of the wiper arm until the
button on the wiper blade clicks
into place with the wiper arm.
4. Place the wiper arm with the
wiper blade in place back on
the windshield.
Caution
Damage may occur if the wiper
blades are not in contact with the
windshield before turning on the
wiper system.
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement
The rear wiper blade and wiper arm
have a cover for protection. The
cover must be removed before the
wiper blade can be replaced.
To remove the cover:
1. Slide a plastic tool under the
cover and push upward to
unsnap.
2. Slide the cover toward the
wiper blade tip to unhook it
from the blade assembly.
3. Remove the cover.