You should ideally replace wiper blades once a year, or sooner if you spot signs of wear. Streaking, juddering, or missed patches on the windscreen indicate the rubber is no longer making proper contact. Regular checks help maintain safe visibility in all weather.

To remove wiper blades, lift the wiper arm away from the windscreen until it locks in place. Press the release tab or button on the blade, then slide it off the hook or pin fitting. Different vehicles may have slightly different mechanisms, so checking your car’s manual is always helpful.

Newer cars may need to be put into a ‘Service’ or ‘Maintenance’ Mode which allows you to move the wipers to replace them, check your vehicle handbook for how to do this.

Start by cleaning both the windscreen and the blades with glass cleaner to remove dirt and residue-this often resolves the issue. If the squeaking continues, it usually means the rubber has worn out or hardened and the blades need replacing.