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- Tap ***Controls***, then ***Service*** on the touchscreen.
- Select ***Wiper Service Mode*** to lift the wipers away from the windshield.
2020 Tesla Model 3 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
This is a step-by-step repair guide on how to replace the windshield wipers on a 2020 Tesla Model 3. Replacing wipers regularly improves visibility and keeps you safe while driving — and now you can do it yourself in just a few minutes!
This repair is simple, requires minimal tools, and can help improve driving safety in heavy rain, snow, sleet, or hail. It's recommended that you replace the blades at least once a year for optimal performance.
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- 26" and 19" Wiper Blades buy ↗
Step-by-step instructions
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- Lift the Wiper Arm Gently lift the wiper arm away from the windshield until it stays in the raised position.
- Don’t let the wiper arm snap back on the windshield — it could crack the glass.
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- Press the release tab inward and slide the wiper blade off the wiper arm.
- The tab is at the point where the blade connects to the wiper arm hook.
- If the tab is stiff, press firmly and wiggle the blade slightly.
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- Align the new wiper blade with the arm hook.
- Make sure the correct blade is used for each side of the vehicle.
- Push the blade onto the hook until you hear a click.
- Lightly pull the blade to confirm it’s secure, then gently lower the wiper arm back onto the windshield.
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- Disable the ***Wiper Service Mode***.
- Tap ***Controls *** then ***Service*** to turn off Wiper Service Mode.
- Test the wipers to ensure they operate normally.
Conclusion
Your new windshield wipers are now installed and ready to use. Test them with the washer fluid to make sure they’re working properly and seated securely on the windshield.
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