Body/Trim: - Rear wiper

lesk · Oct 22nd, 2010, 18:17

Hi all,
can anyone tell me the part number for a rear wiper blade for my 2004 d5 auto?
Also can anyone suggest how to change it?

thanks les k

Pinstripe · Oct 23rd, 2010, 02:32

Even thought i've changed mine twice - don't ask - I don't know the part number. But I can tell you how to change it! First remove the plastic cover, then get the correct size wrench and unscrew the nut holding the arm in place; you'll probably need wd-40 or some type of lubricant considering the age of your car. Next, an here is where the fun part begins - not - you'll need to use gentle persuation to try and get the arm off. It is not held in place by anything else, but has made itself a nice home. So you'll need to gently pry it, knock at it with a mallet (be carefull of the glass) until it comes off. Firt time it took me 15minutes, second time 25! Once off, just slide the new arm into place and tighten bolt. Do NOT over tighthen; and put the cover back.

Note you can also upgrade to the new slim/aero/one piece rear wiper. Different part number, same instructions. Firt time I replaced it with the old style, second time with the new type.

chb · Oct 23rd, 2010, 07:33

I think pinstripe is thinking of another volvo model.
The XC90 rear wiper is just a push fit onto the arm.

The bits that hold it in place are only fragile plastic, so you have to be careful not to snap them when removing the blade. Otherwise you need a new arm.

The new blade comes with all the injection moulded trim that you see on the old blade.

[edit... just noticed he is from Montreal. Maybe the canadian wipers are more industrial than the EU models?]

owenfackrell · Oct 23rd, 2010, 08:58

I think pinstripe is on about changing the whole arm and blade as they are held on with a tapper which is why it's hard to get off.

Pinstripe · Oct 23rd, 2010, 15:07

Yes, I was describing the process for the entire arm... The blade is just held in place by a cheap clip.

ian b · Oct 24th, 2010, 19:09

just remove the plastic outer casing off your rear wiper and change has you would a front wiper blade, look on the internet for a rear wiper blade for your volvo there are plenty for sale, it cost me about £5.00 to change mine

chf · Nov 5th, 2010, 14:31

Have been looking everywhere to buy a replacement wiper blade for our XC90 2007 and seems that no one carries stock ! Are they volvo specific ? It looks like it is a simple flatblade with a clip covered by the plastic wiper arm. Mine has fallen off so would prefer to biy from high streeet rather than waiting 2 to 4 days if purchased on-line.

Any advice welcom !

Oct 22nd, 2010, 18:17	#1
lesk Member Last Online: May 4th, 2013 19:03 Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: newport	Rear wiper Hi all, can anyone tell me the part number for a rear wiper blade for my 2004 d5 auto? Also can anyone suggest how to change it? thanks les k

Oct 23rd, 2010, 02:32	#2
Pinstripe Other side of the pond Last Online: Oct 27th, 2012 15:02 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Montreal	Even thought i've changed mine twice - don't ask - I don't know the part number. But I can tell you how to change it! First remove the plastic cover, then get the correct size wrench and unscrew the nut holding the arm in place; you'll probably need wd-40 or some type of lubricant considering the age of your car. Next, an here is where the fun part begins - not - you'll need to use gentle persuation to try and get the arm off. It is not held in place by anything else, but has made itself a nice home. So you'll need to gently pry it, knock at it with a mallet (be carefull of the glass) until it comes off. Firt time it took me 15minutes, second time 25! Once off, just slide the new arm into place and tighten bolt. Do NOT over tighthen; and put the cover back. Note you can also upgrade to the new slim/aero/one piece rear wiper. Different part number, same instructions. Firt time I replaced it with the old style, second time with the new type.

Oct 23rd, 2010, 07:33	#3
chb Master Member Last Online: Dec 22nd, 2023 10:53 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Leeds	I think pinstripe is thinking of another volvo model. The XC90 rear wiper is just a push fit onto the arm. The bits that hold it in place are only fragile plastic, so you have to be careful not to snap them when removing the blade. Otherwise you need a new arm. The new blade comes with all the injection moulded trim that you see on the old blade. [edit... just noticed he is from Montreal. Maybe the canadian wipers are more industrial than the EU models?]

Oct 23rd, 2010, 08:58	#4
owenfackrell Premier Member Last Online: Feb 4th, 2024 19:04 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: southampton	I think pinstripe is on about changing the whole arm and blade as they are held on with a tapper which is why it's hard to get off.

Oct 23rd, 2010, 15:07	#5
Pinstripe Other side of the pond Last Online: Oct 27th, 2012 15:02 Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Montreal	Yes, I was describing the process for the entire arm... The blade is just held in place by a cheap clip.

Oct 24th, 2010, 19:09	#6
ian b New Member Last Online: Jan 1st, 2011 12:20 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: nottingham	just remove the plastic outer casing off your rear wiper and change has you would a front wiper blade, look on the internet for a rear wiper blade for your volvo there are plenty for sale, it cost me about £5.00 to change mine

Nov 5th, 2010, 14:31	#7
chf Member Last Online: Jul 13th, 2012 10:37 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: nuneaton	Have been looking everywhere to buy a replacement wiper blade for our XC90 2007 and seems that no one carries stock ! Are they volvo specific ? It looks like it is a simple flatblade with a clip covered by the plastic wiper arm. Mine has fallen off so would prefer to biy from high streeet rather than waiting 2 to 4 days if purchased on-line. Any advice welcom !

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