How to change wiper blades on a Audi SQ5

We show you how to replace wiper blades on an Audi SQ5

Lawrence Minnie

4 May 2021 · 09:00Car Ownership

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Sporty SUV

The Audi SQ5 is the sportier brother of Audi's standard are Q5. Both vehicles offer a plush luxury interior and are very well-equipped luxury cruisers. Keeping these types of vehicles mechanically sound is of utmost importance and small tasks like changing out wiper blades before every rainy season is just one way to do this.

This is a very easy task that you can do right at home with no tools needed

You will need:

New wiper blades (correct size for year and model) Drivers side is longer than passenger side
Soft cloth

Let's get it done

1. You will need to get the wipers into the service position using the vehicle service menu in the MMI system

2. Lift the wiper arm up

3. Push or pull the retaining clip upwards to release the old blade.

4. Remove the old blade

5. Insert the new blade and push/pull until you hear it click into place

6. Repeat on opposite side.

7. Test system to ensure everything works properly

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more