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Old 12-24-10, 12:24 PM
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Default Windshield wiper blades

How do you change the windshield wiper blades on an 2008 LS460?
Old 12-24-10, 03:13 PM
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i think you should open the hood there is a plastic cover below the wipers you should remove it
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i was wondering the same thing .i turned the engine off while the wipers were mid winshield and changed them that way there must be a proper way to do it.
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Here's what Toyota says:
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For about $10.00, I'd just replace the rubber inserts:

http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...layCatalogid=0
Old 12-26-10, 04:16 PM
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Originally Posted by jlawr
For about $10.00, I'd just replace the rubber inserts:

http://www.parts.com/oemcatalog/inde...layCatalogid=0
That's what I have them do at my local Toyota dealer...
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I would just change the inserts..
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Just trade in your LS for a new one when the wipers get old!!! LOL!
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I think the issue is that you can't lift the blades off the windshield because the hood blocks them (open or closed). I think stopping wipers mid-wipe is probably the best solution other than having the dealer replace them.
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Holy "Revival of an Old Thread". LOL.

FWIW, stopping the wipers half way up their stroke is the proper way and is the same procedure for many cars (including my previous 7 series BMW). For 12 bucks, I got OEM inserts at the Toyota dealer and my parts guy there even installed them for me. I stopped buying aftermarket (even Bosch) wipers long ago and only stick with oem. They just seem to be superior in every way from chatter, to streaking to longevity.
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Originally Posted by roadfrog
Holy "Revival of an Old Thread". LOL.

FWIW, stopping the wipers half way up their stroke is the proper way and is the same procedure for many cars (including my previous 7 series BMW). For 12 bucks, I got OEM inserts at the Toyota dealer and my parts guy there even installed them for me. I stopped buying aftermarket (even Bosch) wipers long ago and only stick with oem. They just seem to be superior in every way from chatter, to streaking to longevity.
$12 for inserts!!! Holy cow!!! Dealer wanted $50 or more to replace mine a few weeks ago. There must be a difference between replacing the whole blade and just the inserts. I will ask about the inserts. Thanks.
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Most auto parts stores and oil change places where you can purchase wiper blades will install them for free.
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Originally Posted by pmiller
$12 for inserts!!! Holy cow!!! Dealer wanted $50 or more to replace mine a few weeks ago. There must be a difference between replacing the whole blade and just the inserts. I will ask about the inserts. Thanks.
You're welcome my friend. Also, keep in mind that this was in Canada.....probably cheaper down your way!
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Take a good look at your LS wipers first, then walk into a Hyundai dealership and check out a Sonata. Hmm...
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Both Blade refills: $14.00

http://www.lexpartsworld.com/scripts...&idCategory=58


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