How to replace Front Wiper Blades 2014-2018 Mazda 3, by TRQ on YouTube. 2 min 39 s.
- Video length
- 2 min 39 s
- Time to do it
- 10 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Park on level ground, set the parking brake and switch the ignition off. Pull both wiper arms up so the blades stand away from the windshield.
Put on gloves and safety glasses. Lay a folded towel on the glass under each arm so a slipped arm cannot crack the windshield.
Lift the driver side arm upright and hold it with one hand. Find the release tab where the blade connector meets the arm and press it in.
Slide the old blade down and off the arm. Keep hold of the arm the whole time so it does not spring back onto the bare glass.
Compare the new blade with the old one. Check the length matches and that the connector is the same style before you fit it.
Slide the new blade onto the arm until the tab clicks into place. Give it a gentle tug to confirm it is locked on.
Lower the arm slowly onto the glass. Repeat the same steps for the passenger side blade.
Spray washer fluid and run the wipers through a few sweeps. Check for streaks, chatter or missed patches, and reseat the blade if you see any.
Tips and common mistakes
Replace both front blades at the same time so they wear evenly and clear the glass together.
Change wiper blades every 6 to 12 months, or sooner if they skip, streak, split or squeak.
On many Mazdas the arms rest low against the hood, so switch the ignition on and off and flick the wiper stalk up within about 30 seconds to bring them to a reachable position.
Never let a bare wiper arm drop onto the windshield, and do not bend the arm to force a blade on.
Questions
What size wiper blades does a 2014-2018 Mazda 3 take?
Sizes differ between trims and body styles, so check the length chart in your owner's manual or the fitting guide at the parts counter. Bring the old blade with you to match the connector type.
Do I need any tools?
No. The blades clip on and off by hand. Gloves and safety glasses are enough, plus a towel to protect the glass.
How do I know the new blade is fitted correctly?
The release tab should click and sit flush, and the blade should not move when you tug it gently. Run the wipers once to confirm they clear the glass evenly.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
