{"id":6055,"date":"2019-09-27T19:57:08","date_gmt":"2019-09-27T19:57:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tt-blogs.dealerfire.com\/arrowheadmb\/?p=6055"},"modified":"2025-10-23T16:27:39","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T16:27:39","slug":"how-to-replace-the-windshield-wipers-on-your-mercedes-benz","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/how-to-replace-the-windshield-wipers-on-your-mercedes-benz\/","title":{"rendered":"Do It Yourself Vehicle Maintenance"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>How to replace the windshield wipers on your Mercedes-Benz<\/h2>\n<p>Summer has come and gone, and cooler temperatures are here to stay for a while. Many times, cooler weather brings rain, morning dew, and sometimes even snow! Are your wiper blades ready to handle all of the elements? If not, we have put together a guide on how to replace the windshield wipers on your Mercedes-Benz.<!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-13268 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105354\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B1_b.jpg\" alt=\"Windshield wiper blades\" width=\"362\" height=\"236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105354\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B1_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105354\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B1_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 362px) 100vw, 362px\" \/>How do I know if my wiper blades need to be changed?<\/h3>\n<p>There are a few telltale signs that you really need to change your windshield wipers. Some of the signs include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The rubber is cracked instead of smooth<\/li>\n<li>There is residue left on your windshield<\/li>\n<li>They make an awful noise<\/li>\n<li>The wiper is not wiping anything away, especially during inclement weather<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/can-i-still-drive-with-broken-faulty-transmission\/\"><em><strong>Can I still drive with a broken or faulty transmission?<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-13265 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105348\/Windshield-wiper-blades-B_b.jpg\" alt=\"Windshield wiper blades\" width=\"312\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105348\/Windshield-wiper-blades-B_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105348\/Windshield-wiper-blades-B_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 312px) 100vw, 312px\" \/>How do I change my windshield wipers?<\/h3>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>If you follow these easy steps, you will be on your way to being able to see through your windshield much better!<\/p>\n<p>Consult your owner\u2019s manual<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The manual will tell you what size and type of windshield wiper you need. We always recommend genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Turn on your vehicle, then turn on your blades, and stop your vehicle when the blades are in the middle of your windshield<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Many times, your windshield wipers are under your hood and you cannot access them. By completing this step, you have full access to your wipers!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Put a towel underneath your windshield wipers<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>This is to protect your windshield.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find the button or hook that is holding the arm and blade together, and remove the wiper blade<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You may need to do some wiggling to get the blade off.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Slide on the new blade and listen for a click<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure that all packaging has been removed from the new wiper blade, include any plastic protecting the rubber portion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remove the towel, put the wiper back onto the windshield, and give it a test run<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You have officially changed your windshield wiper blades yourself!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/how-to-get-rid-of-and-repair-rust-spots-on-your-vehicle\/\"><em>How to get rid of and repair rust spots on your vehicle<\/em><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-13267 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105352\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B_b.jpg\" alt=\"Windshield wiper blades\" width=\"324\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105352\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B_b.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-ds.com\/blogs-media\/sites\/177\/2019\/09\/27105352\/Windshield-wiper-JS-B_b-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px\" \/>I read all of this, and I do not want to change my windshield wipers myself!<\/h3>\n<p>Do not worry, we completely understand! We have a service center for just these types of things. Give us a call today and we would be happy to replace your windshield wipers for you!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arrowheadmb.com\/blog\/where-to-get-cracked-windshield-repairs-in-peoria-az-2019\/\"><em><strong>Where to get a cracked windshield repaired<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to replace the windshield wipers on your Mercedes-Benz Summer has come and gone, and cooler temperatures are here to stay for a while. Many times, cooler weather brings rain, morning dew, and sometimes even snow! Are your wiper blades ready to handle all of the elements? 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