GROUNDWORK — Replace front wiper blade rubber Task: fit-front-wiper-rubber | Content version 2.0.0 Source page: https://csl-12-auto-repair.pages.dev/tasks/fit-front-wiper-rubber/ MODEL / APPLICABILITY [{"modelId":"fit-2015-us","market":"US","year":2015,"engine":"1.5L gasoline","configurations":["all","standard-key","smart-key","halogen","alloy"]}] EXCLUSIONS Other model years and markets; imported Jazz or Fit Hybrid; modified or aftermarket components with a different procedure. PREPARE [ ] Park in a safe place away from traffic. Work with the vehicle stationary, parking brake set and ignition off unless a step explicitly calls for a parked functional check. [ ] Do both fitted holders match the manual’s tab-retained design, and is matching rubber available? [ ] Keep children and pets away from tools, fluids and coin cells. Never enter underneath the vehicle. [ ] Soft glass-protection cloth [ ] Good lighting [ ] Replacement rubber verified to match each fitted original holder; no guessed length OBSERVE & RECORD Observation date: __________ Vehicle / equipment confirmed: __________ Record each rubber/holder match and both retention checks before the wet-glass observation. Original tab holder and replacement-rubber match: __________ Driver and passenger tab engagement: __________ Wet-glass wipe result by blade: __________ Scratch, chatter, loose movement or remaining streak: __________ Before care: __________ STEPS 1. [ ] Turn ignition and wipers off. Raise the driver-side arm first, then the passenger side, supporting each arm to protect the glass. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=382 | PDF page 382 https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=128 | PDF page 128 2. [ ] Hold the lock tab and slide the blade assembly from its arm; do not let an unsupported arm snap down. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=382 | PDF page 382 3. [ ] Pull the tabbed rubber end out of its holder. Compare the new rubber with the removed piece and stop if its profile or retention differs. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=383 | PDF page 383 4. [ ] Feed the new rubber from the holder’s bottom end, ensuring its tab fits the indent at the top. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=383 | PDF page 383 5. [ ] Slide the assembly securely onto the arm. Lower the passenger-side arm first, then the driver side, slowly and by hand. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=383 | PDF page 383 6. [ ] With all hands clear, test on a wetted windshield while parked. A loose blade, scratching or continuing poor wiping needs inspection. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=128 | PDF page 128 7. [ ] Record each rubber/holder match and both retention checks before the wet-glass observation. https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=128 | PDF page 128 DECISION CHECKS Do both fitted holders match the manual’s tab-retained design, and is matching rubber available? Yes — ready for this check → Continue with the steps, stopping if the real component differs from the manual. Not yet / not sure → Preparation saved. Return when the condition is confirmed; leave the vehicle untouched. Aftermarket attachment, bent arm or a damaged holder → Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. How did the fitted blades behave on wet glass? Both securely retained and wiping without loose movement or scratching → Are both tabs engaged and both blades secure after the wet-glass test? Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. → Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. I have only prepared the plan → Plan prepared; no physical maintenance result recorded. Are both tabs engaged and both blades secure after the wet-glass test? Both blades retained; clear wet-glass result → Both securely retained and wiping without loose movement or scratching The observation or repeat check is still incomplete → Plan prepared; no physical maintenance result recorded. Loose blade, scratching or retention cannot be confirmed → Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. RECHECK With hands clear and glass wet, do both blades stay attached and wipe without scratching or loose movement? After care: __________ Retest: not checked / improved / unchanged / worse If an earlier condition changes, reassess the later checks and result. RESULT CHECK How did the fitted blades behave on wet glass? Both securely retained and wiping without loose movement or scratching Record only the result you actually observed. A saved web checklist is not confirmation that a vehicle has been repaired. Are both tabs engaged and both blades secure after the wet-glass test? With hands clear and glass wet, do both blades stay attached and wipe without scratching or loose movement? STOP CONDITIONS Aftermarket attachment, bent arm or a damaged holder Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. A part, label, connector or fastener differs from the cited manual; access requires raising the vehicle; you cannot identify the correct component. SERVICE HANDOFF Take the recorded observations, their dates and any actual work history to the service provider. Blade loose, retention uncertain or scratching: stop using the wipers and have the fit checked. Notes: __________ SOURCES 2015 Honda Fit Owner’s Manual — Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades, printed pp.380–383 https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=382 | PDF page 382 Source checked 2026-10-04 Copyright retained by manufacturer; factual reference only. Original wording and schematic; no OEM images or manual redistribution. 2015 Honda Fit Owner’s Manual — Front Wiper Rubber Retention, printed p.381 https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=383 | PDF page 383 Source checked 2026-10-13 Copyright retained by manufacturer; factual reference only. Original wording and schematic; no OEM images or manual redistribution. 2015 Honda Fit Owner’s Manual — Front Wipers and Washers, printed p.126 https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/OM/AH/A5A1515OM/enu/A5A1515OM.pdf#page=128 | PDF page 128 Source checked 2026-10-13 Copyright retained by manufacturer; factual reference only. Original wording and schematic; no OEM images or manual redistribution. This blank plan records no completed maintenance or verified repair.