2020 Honda Civic Windshield Wiper Replacement
Complete guide to 2020 Honda Civic windshield wiper replacement. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
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🔧 Repair Overview
Windshield Wiper Replacement is one of the most common repairs for 2020 Honda Civic. 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:
Open the trunk.
The cabin light for the trunk will be located on the roof of the trunk.
Step 2:
Wedge a prying tool into the crevice between the light and the roof. Push the tool in to release the light compartment.
Carefully pull the light bulb out, using a prying tool if necessary.
The light bulb may be hot.
Hold the compartment up while you grab your LED light bulb.
Step 3:
Insert the new LED bulb into the light socket until it turns on.
When the LED remains constantly on without flickering, the light bulb is correctly inserted into the socket.
Step 4:
Reinstall the light compartment back into position.
Align the tabs and push the compartment into the frame until it clicks securely.
When the compartment is fully inserted, the cabin light replacement in the trunk is complete. Proceed to the rear passenger cabin light.
Step 5:
The cabin light is located in the rear passenger seats.
You need to be inside the car to complete the replacement for this cabin light.
Step 6:
Wedge a prying tool into the corner of the frame.
Once the cover pops out, use the end of another prying tool to fully remove it.
Step 7:
With the cover completely removed, begin removing the light bulb.
If the light bulb is difficult to remove, use your prying tool to assist in removing the light bulb.
Step 8:
Grab one of your LED light bulbs and insert it into the socket until it is securely in place.
Step 9:
Turn on the switch to ensure the light bulb turns on, indicating the step was completely correctly.
After confirming it works, align the cover with the clips and push it into place until you hear a clicking sound.
Step 10:
Move to the to cabin lights in the front of the driver and passenger seat.
Each front cabin light has its own switch. We will start with the driver's side light.
Wedge the prying tool into the crevice on the inside of the cover.
Push carefully to release and remove the cover.
Step 11:
After removing the cover, start pulling out the light bulb from its socket.
Once the light bulb is removed, grab your new LED light bulb.
Step 12:
Insert your new LED light bulb into the socket until it is completely in place.
Step 13:
Once you are done inserting the new LED light bulb into the socket, begin placing the cover back on.
Align the cover with the clips on the frame and push it in until you hear clicking sound.
After that, you're done with the driver's side cabin light. Move on to the passenger side.
Step 14:
The passenger side steps are the same as the driver's side.
Grab your prying tool, insert it into the wedge on the inside of the cover, and push inward.
Once the cover is removed, you can begin removing the light bulb.
Step 15:
After removing the old light bulb, grab your new LED light bulb replacement.
With the new light bulb in hand, insert the new light bulb into the socket.
Make sure the light bulb is correctly seated in the socket.
Step 16:
After inserting the new LED light bulb into the socket. You can begin putting the cover back on.
Align the cover with the clips around the frame and push inward.
This step is complete when you hear a clicking sound.
Step 17:
Once you have finished, all your cabin lights should look like this when turned on.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $9-$24)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($15-$40)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your 2020 Honda Civic instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 5799 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new 2020 Honda Civic generates 5800 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 1 kg of CO₂. That's a 100% reduction in carbon emissions!
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