- Remove the wiper blade from the
wiper arm. Refer to 
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 
 .
 
- Look down the entire length of the blade element.
 
- The rubber part of the element (2) that contacts the window must
be on the center line of the blade plus or minus 15 degrees (1).
 
- Replace the element (2) if the element exceeds 15 degrees
from the centerline of the blade, or if the element is cracked or torn. Refer to 
Wiper Blade Element Replacement 
.
 
- Install the wiper blade onto the wiper arm. Refer to 
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 
 .