Wiper blade removal
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lol....it's a bit tricky but if you can't figure it out better take it to a mechanic or your neighbor....forceing it will only scratch the finish on the arm..
Here is link...
http://www.ehow.com/how_107_replace-...eld-wiper.html
Here is link...
http://www.ehow.com/how_107_replace-...eld-wiper.html
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I put in some PIAA Silicone Wiper blades this fall after reading a similar thread on wipers. So far they clean as well as or better than the OEM blades did new. They also seem to handle winter conditions much better with less sticking and streaking when dealing with road spray and snow. Combined these with a fresh Rain-X treatment when changing the wipers and my glass has never looked so nice in January.
Your local shop may not have them, but you can search "PIAA 94060 Silicone Wiper Blade Refill" on Amazon which is where I ordered mine from.
Your local shop may not have them, but you can search "PIAA 94060 Silicone Wiper Blade Refill" on Amazon which is where I ordered mine from.
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PIAA makes the best bang-for-the-buck blade inserts I've ever found. Still have a two-year-old set on my wife's Lexus SUV that work just as good as new, even in our recent snow & ice storms. I have the normal Trico blade inserts on our S-Type now, but I'll probably go with a set of PIAA inserts next time. If you purchase the correct PIAA part numbers, they are exact-fit right into our existing S-Type arms. Just get the correct part number on the PIAA website (or call a PIAA dealer) to be sure your new inserts fit your existing arms....
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PIAA makes the best bang-for-the-buck blade inserts I've ever found. Still have a two-year-old set on my wife's Lexus SUV that work just as good as new, even in our recent snow & ice storms. I have the normal Trico blade inserts on our S-Type now, but I'll probably go with a set of PIAA inserts next time. If you purchase the correct PIAA part numbers, they are exact-fit right into our existing S-Type arms. Just get the correct part number on the PIAA website (or call a PIAA dealer) to be sure your new inserts fit your existing arms....
Thanks for this.
You have an 05 that has the washer nozzle on the wiper arm right? Or do you have the earlier version with the washer nozzles on the hood?
I have a set of Bosch Icon Blades on the S-Type that are about a year old, that I was never particularly impressed with. And are starting to streak as of lately.
You wouldn't happen to have part #'s would you?
Take care,
George
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Good to know about the PIAA blades. I am a big user of Auqapel, it usually lasts about 9-12 months and I don't even have to use wipers when I'm at 55mph+.
I just got two treatments on E-bay for $10 shipped.
http://www.aquapel.com/how-Aquapel-works.php
I just got two treatments on E-bay for $10 shipped.
http://www.aquapel.com/how-Aquapel-works.php
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Hahahahah
So far only us (jaguar Owners) are heaving problem with the wiper blades.
it was a real shocker to me as well when i had to replaced mine.
went to the Autozone, pick up a nice winter blade, but guess what.
can't be used, since my 05 STR had a water nozzle in the arm.
Initial start, I had difficulties removing the wiper blade, but it comes off each with a small flat head screw driver to click the pin from underneath.
After lessen learn. probably cheaper to go to jag and buy the replacement insert or even ask then to install.
good luck.
So far only us (jaguar Owners) are heaving problem with the wiper blades.
it was a real shocker to me as well when i had to replaced mine.
went to the Autozone, pick up a nice winter blade, but guess what.
can't be used, since my 05 STR had a water nozzle in the arm.
Initial start, I had difficulties removing the wiper blade, but it comes off each with a small flat head screw driver to click the pin from underneath.
After lessen learn. probably cheaper to go to jag and buy the replacement insert or even ask then to install.
good luck.
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Hahahahah
So far only us (jaguar Owners) are heaving problem with the wiper blades.
it was a real shocker to me as well when i had to replaced mine.
went to the Autozone, pick up a nice winter blade, but guess what.
can't be used, since my 05 STR had a water nozzle in the arm.
Initial start, I had difficulties removing the wiper blade, but it comes off each with a small flat head screw driver to click the pin from underneath.
After lessen learn. probably cheaper to go to jag and buy the replacement insert or even ask then to install.
good luck.
So far only us (jaguar Owners) are heaving problem with the wiper blades.
it was a real shocker to me as well when i had to replaced mine.
went to the Autozone, pick up a nice winter blade, but guess what.
can't be used, since my 05 STR had a water nozzle in the arm.
Initial start, I had difficulties removing the wiper blade, but it comes off each with a small flat head screw driver to click the pin from underneath.
After lessen learn. probably cheaper to go to jag and buy the replacement insert or even ask then to install.
good luck.
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Spoke to my local Jag dealers this morning and they confirmed the price for both passenger and driver blades would be around £30. I looked at the UK PIAA web set and a set is about £44. Given that the dealers will fit them for free and I know I'll be getting the same OEM wipers that have lasted 50,000 miles, I will take the cheaper and easier option of letting my dealer sort them out. This is even more convenient for me as the car is being serviced this weekend.
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I think I'm confused I have an 05 with the washer nozzle on the arm but you can still replace the whole arm. The nozzle is just part of the mount so you have to take off the mount of the new one and click in the one with the washer nozzle then reinstall. I can do a video if you guys are unsure what I'm saying. I do need a new drivers side my passenger side was replaced 2 months ago since it wasnt hitting the windshield at all.
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What type of blade did you use? I'm guessing a Trico metal blade, they are the OEM supplier to Jaguar. The only blade that fits the nozzle/clip is the old style metal blade. The more modern solid flexible blades DO NOT fit. The nozzle / clip WILL NOT mount in the body of those blades. I fixed my issue by going to the UK and buying a pair that has the nozzles mounted to the blade. They work great. Needed those up North since the old type blades clog real bad with ice...
Take care,
George
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What type of blade did you use? I'm guessing a Trico metal blade, they are the OEM supplier to Jaguar. The only blade that fits the nozzle/clip is the old style metal blade. The more modern solid flexible blades DO NOT fit. The nozzle / clip WILL NOT mount in the body of those blades. I fixed my issue by going to the UK and buying a pair that has the nozzles mounted to the blade. They work great. Needed those up North since the old type blades clog real bad with ice...
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George,
Yes, our 2005 model has the washer nozzles built into the wiper arms....
When I researched the PIAA blade inserts for our 2005 S-Type back in December 2009, the part numbers were as follows:
Drivers side is PIAA part no. 94060. 24-inch length with a 6 mm claw width.
Passengers side is PIAA part no. 94050. 20-inch length with a 6 mm claw width. Yes, I know the Jaguar factory blade specifies a 19-inch length, but PIAA did not offer a 19-inch blade in the necessary 6 mm claw width at that time. Perhaps they do now. If not, go with the 20-inch version....
You can call PIAA in Oregon at (800) 525-7422.
Yes, our 2005 model has the washer nozzles built into the wiper arms....
When I researched the PIAA blade inserts for our 2005 S-Type back in December 2009, the part numbers were as follows:
Drivers side is PIAA part no. 94060. 24-inch length with a 6 mm claw width.
Passengers side is PIAA part no. 94050. 20-inch length with a 6 mm claw width. Yes, I know the Jaguar factory blade specifies a 19-inch length, but PIAA did not offer a 19-inch blade in the necessary 6 mm claw width at that time. Perhaps they do now. If not, go with the 20-inch version....
You can call PIAA in Oregon at (800) 525-7422.
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George,
Yes, our 2005 model has the washer nozzles built into the wiper arms....
When I researched the PIAA blade inserts for our 2005 S-Type back in December 2009, the part numbers were as follows:
Drivers side is PIAA part no. 94060. 24-inch length with a 6 mm claw width.
Passengers side is PIAA part no. 94050. 20-inch length with a 6 mm claw width. Yes, I know the Jaguar factory blade specifies a 19-inch length, but PIAA did not offer a 19-inch blade in the necessary 6 mm claw width at that time. Perhaps they do now. If not, go with the 20-inch version....
You can call PIAA in Oregon at (800) 525-7422.
Yes, our 2005 model has the washer nozzles built into the wiper arms....
When I researched the PIAA blade inserts for our 2005 S-Type back in December 2009, the part numbers were as follows:
Drivers side is PIAA part no. 94060. 24-inch length with a 6 mm claw width.
Passengers side is PIAA part no. 94050. 20-inch length with a 6 mm claw width. Yes, I know the Jaguar factory blade specifies a 19-inch length, but PIAA did not offer a 19-inch blade in the necessary 6 mm claw width at that time. Perhaps they do now. If not, go with the 20-inch version....
You can call PIAA in Oregon at (800) 525-7422.
Does the 20" version have any clearance issues as far as hitting anything?? It just seems like it would clear a larger seciton of the windshield, that's all??
Take care,
George