2010 Honda Fit Windshield Wiper Replacement

Windshield Wiper Replacement is one of the most common repairs for 2010 Honda Fit. This repair involves replacing the damaged maintenance component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 10-15 min and requires easy skill level.

What You'll Need

• Replacement maintenance part (OEM or aftermarket)
• Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
• Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
• Adhesive strips or glue
• Clean workspace with good lighting

Step-by-Step Process

Step 1:

Turn ON the car.

Turn on the windshield wipers until they are at the halfway mark on the windshield.

Without turning off the windshield wipers, turn OFF the car.

Step 2:

Place either cardboard or a floormat with the soft side on the windshield.

This will protect the windshield from any damage.

Raise the wipers until they no longer move.

Step 3:

Look for a button on the arm of the wiper near the "J" shaped hook and push it.

Slide the wiper blade off of the arm.

Step 4:

Install new wiper blades by squeezing the middle part until the latch opens.

Step 5:

Guide the wiper blade onto the "J" hook and close the latch.

Step 6:

Remove the cardboard or floormat from the windshield.

Carefully place the wipers back onto windshield.

Step 7:

Turn the car ON.

Turn wipers ON until they are back in the original position. Turn OFF the wipers.

Turn the car OFF.

DIY vs Professional Repair

Environmental Impact

By choosing to repair your 2010 Honda Fit instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 5799 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new 2010 Honda Fit generates 5800 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 1 kg of CO₂. That's a 100% reduction in carbon emissions!