Kia Sportage: Blade replacement / Front windshield wiper blade

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2026) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Wiper blades / Blade replacement / Front windshield wiper blade

1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the wiper blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.

CAUTION - Wiper arms

Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windshield, since it may chip or crack the windshield.

2. Compress the clip and slide the blade assembly downward.

3. Lift it off the arm.

4. Install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.

Blade replacement

When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move the wipers ...

Rear window wiper blade

1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out the wiper blade assembly. 2. Install the new blade assembly by inserting the center part into the slot in the wiper arm until it clicks into place. 3. Make ...

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