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How to change wiper blades on an Opel Grandland X

To assist you with replacing the wiper blades on your Opel Grandland X, we have created an easy step-by-step guide on the entire process.

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The Grandland X is Opel's largest passenger vehicle available locally and not only offer modern styling and adequate cabin space but also a variety of standard technologies. While customers can choose between Standard, Edition and Elegance trim levels, all three variants are powered by the same 1.6-litre, turbocharged, 4-cylinder petrol engine producing 121 kW and 240 Nm of torque.

If you are an owner of the German model, it is recommended that you replace the wiper blades to ensure you have proper functioning items when there is rainfall. Wiper blades last between 18- and 24-months depending on environmental conditions and usage. Here is an easy step-by-step guide to getting it done quickly.

You will need:

- Replacement wiper blades

- Soft damp cloth

Let's get it done:

Step 1: Park your vehicle in an area you can easily access the wiper blades on both sides of the vehicle.

Step 2: Press down and hold the wiper stork for a couple of seconds. The wiper blades will move into the service position.

Step 3: Go to the driver side wiper blade and lift off the windscreen.

Step 4: Locate the release button at the base of the wiper blade, while pressing the button, slide the old wiper blade out of the wiper arm.

Step 5: Slide in the new wiper blade until the securing button clips into place.

Step 6: Use the soft cloth to clean your windscreen of any dust or debris before lowering the new blade onto the windscreen.

Step 7: Repeat the steps on the passenger side wiper blade.

Step 8: You can now return the wipers to their default position by pressing up on the wiper stork. Proceed to test the windscreen washer system to ensure the wiper blades clear the water effectively.

Author - Ryno Fourie

Written by Ryno Fourie

Ryno started his career capturing press images of the latest and greatest vehicles which have subsequently adorned the covers and pages of prominent motoring titles locally and internationally. After a short stint as a photography lecturer, he once again joined the automotive industry as a sub-editor and photographer for a local publication, however, currently, you will find him spending most of his time in the studio creating written, video, and photography content as part of the AutoTrader content team.Read more

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