2008 Honda Element Owner's Manual - Page 215

Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades HOLDER BLADE BLADE LOCK TAB REINFORCEMENT 2. Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm. If you are changing the rear wiper blade, go to step 6. 3. Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade. Pull up firmly until the tabs come out of the holder. 4. Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield or the hatch glass. Maintenance 211 2008 Element