How to Replace the Rear Wiper on a Mazda 5

The Mazda5 is a sleek minivan that is popular with families who want the convenience of a minivan with high ratings for safety and maneuverability. The six-passenger van is fuel-friendly and has a five-star crash rating. Keep your Mazda5 safe by maintaining adequate tire pressure and replacing broken, frayed or worn wiper blades quickly to ensure proper visibility in poor weather conditions. New rear wiper blades for your Mazda5 can be purchased online or at your local automobile parts store.

Things You'll Need

  • Replacement blade
  • Pull up on the wiper arm and gently rotate it to the right in order to unlock it.

  • Slide the blade off of the wiper arm, making sure to replace the arm gently on the window in order not to scratch or damage it.

  • Slide out the metal stiffeners located inside of the old rubber blades, being careful not to bend or misshape them during removal. You will need to replace these in the new rubber blades.

  • Insert the metal stiffeners into the new blades.

  • Lift the wiper arm and slide the new rubber into the blade arm.

  • Rotate the blade arm to the left to lock it back into position. Gently place the arm back on the window.