Front Windshield Wiper Blade Change: 1997 Ford Explorer XL 4.0L V6 (4 Door)

Ford Explorer Model Years - 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001

1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair

2. Remove Blade - Raise wiper blade and remove it

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3. Replace Blade - How to insert the new wiper blade

Car Displayed: 1997 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6L V8 info

4. More Info. - Additional information on wiper blades

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Video Description

Follow these steps to learn how to remove front windshield wipers in your 1997 Ford Explorer. Always replace both windshield wiper blades, even if only one side is streaking - the rubber on the opposite side is likely worn as well. We recommend changing the wiper blades on your Explorer at least once a year even if you don't use your wipers much - the sun wears out your wiper blades more than using them to wipe water. We recommend changing the wiper blades on your Explorer at least once a year even if you don't use your wipers much - the sun wears out your wiper blades more than using them to wipe water. Another trick to enhance the longevity of your Explorer's wiper blades is to scrape off the ice and snow from the windshield before using your wipers. A layer of ice is known to have sharp edges that can reduce the effectiveness of the micro edge of the rubber wiper blade.

In most Fords the driver side wiper blade is larger than the passenger side blade - be sure to get the correct size blades for your Explorer!

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