How to change wiper blades on a Mercedes-Benz SL

We show you how to replace wiper blades on a Mercedes-Benz SL

Lawrence Minnie

26 Jul 2021 · 09:06Car Ownership

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Cleaning up with ease

The Mercedes-Benz SL roadster is as seasonal as the weather being very popular in the summer months when top down motoring is enjoyable. Wether your rain occurs during the summer or winter months you are going to want to change yours before the monsoon starts to ensure that your view of the road is as clear as can be.

The wiper blades will need to be changed every year to keep them working at their best. You can save yourself a few rand by getting your hands dirty and tackling the exchange yourself by following our tutorial below.

You will need:

Replacement wiper blades for your model
Soft cloth

Let's get it done

1. Start on the drivers side as this is the longer of the two blades

2. Lift the blade up and depress the clip from both sides

3. Pull the blade upwards away from the holder

4. Replace the new blade in reverse operation

5. Make sure clip is secure

6. Repeat on passenger side

7. Test to ensure smooth operation

Images from Merctech forum

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