Toyota RAV4 Wiper Blade Sizes

This guide helps you find the right windscreen wiper blades for your Toyota RAV4. It covers every generation listed here, from the earliest to the newest. You do not need to know anything about wipers to use it. Just find your generation, then match the driver side and passenger side sizes. Some generations also have a rear wiper, and its size is given where it applies.

Wiper sizes differ between generations of the RAV4. They also differ between the driver side and the passenger side on the same car. That is why it pays to check your exact generation before you buy. A blade that is the wrong length can leave patches of glass unwiped or catch on the surrounding trim.

Start by working out which generation you have, using the year ranges below. Then read the driver side and passenger side sizes for that generation. If a rear size is listed for your generation, note that too. Take your time, check each side separately, and you will get a clean, quiet wipe every time.

Toyota RAV4 wiper sizes for each generation

For this generation, the driver side takes a 26 inch (650 mm) blade and the passenger side takes a 16 inch (400 mm) blade. The rear wiper takes a 10 inch (250 mm) blade. Before fitting, lay the new blades next to the old ones to confirm the lengths look right. Take care when lifting the arms away from the glass so they do not spring back.

This generation uses a 26 inch (650 mm) blade on the driver side and a 16 inch (400 mm) blade on the passenger side. The rear wiper uses a 12 inch (300 mm) blade. When you fit new blades, listen for the click that tells you the blade is seated properly. Give each one a gentle tug to be sure it is secure before you drive.

Here the driver side needs a 26 inch (650 mm) blade and the passenger side needs a 16 inch (400 mm) blade. The rear wiper takes a 10 inch (250 mm) blade. Fit one side at a time so you do not mix up the blades. Keep a cloth handy to wipe the arm ends clean before you clip the new blades on.

For this generation, the driver side takes a 24 inch (600 mm) blade and the passenger side takes a 17 inch (425 mm) blade. The rear wiper uses a 12 inch (300 mm) blade. Check that each new blade sits flat against the glass along its whole length. If it stands away at the ends, it may not be fitted correctly.

This generation uses a 24 inch (600 mm) blade on the driver side and a 19 inch (475 mm) blade on the passenger side. The rear wiper takes a 12 inch (300 mm) blade. Older arms can stiffen over time, so move each arm through its sweep by hand before fitting. That way you can feel for any stiffness or catching.

Here the driver side needs a 20 inch (500 mm) blade and the passenger side needs an 18 inch (450 mm) blade. The rear wiper uses a 14 inch (350 mm) blade. On a car of this age, look closely at the arm ends for wear or rust before you fit new blades. A clean, sound arm helps the new blade sit and wipe properly.

How to work out which Toyota RAV4 you have

To work out your generation, start with the year your RAV4 was built. The year ranges above tell you which generation it belongs to. If your car sits near a changeover year, check the shape of the body or the badge on the car to be sure. When in doubt, compare your current blades with the sizes listed for each generation.

Once you know your generation, note the driver side size and the passenger side size separately. They are often different, so do not assume one size fits both. If your generation lists a rear size, note that as well. Match each blade to its own side, and check the lengths against your old blades before fitting.

When to replace your wiper blades

Worn wiper blades show themselves in small ways at first. You may see streaks of water left behind after each sweep. The glass may look smeared rather than clear. Sometimes you hear a squeak or a judder as the blade moves across the glass. These are all signs that the rubber has started to wear.

Look closely at the blade itself. The rubber can split, crack or go hard over time. A hard blade does not hug the glass properly, so it skips and leaves gaps. If you can see damage along the edge, it is time for a new blade. Do not wait for a stormy day to find out.

Clear vision matters for safe driving. Rain, spray and grime all cut down what you can see, and tired blades make it worse. Replacing worn blades is a small job that makes a real difference. Fresh blades clear the glass quickly and quietly, so you can keep your eyes on the road.

Looking after your wipers

Look after your wipers and they will look after you. Clean the glass regularly, as dust and grime wear the rubber edge. Wipe the blades themselves with a damp cloth now and then to remove grit. Sun and dust both take a toll on rubber over time, so a little care goes a long way.

When you wash the car, lift the arms off the glass so you can clean underneath them. Never let an arm snap back down onto the glass, as that can damage it. Check your washer fluid too, and top it up when it runs low. A good spray of fluid helps the blades clear the screen with less effort.

Wiper blade tips

• Check your generation before you buy any blades.
• Match the driver side and passenger side separately.
• Compare new blades with the old ones before fitting.
• Wipe the arm ends clean before clipping on new blades.
• Replace blades at the first sign of streaking or squeaking.
• Top up your washer fluid so the blades can do their job.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know which RAV4 generation I have?

Use the year your car was built and match it to the ranges in this guide. If your car is near a changeover year, check the body shape or badge to be sure. Comparing your current blades with the listed sizes also helps confirm it.

Are the driver side and passenger side blades the same size?

Not always. On every generation listed here the two sides use different sizes. Always check each side separately and match the blade to that side. Do not assume one size fits both.

Does my RAV4 have a rear wiper?

Every generation in this guide lists a rear wiper size, so yes. Check the rear size for your own generation before you buy. Fit it the same careful way you fit the front blades.

How often should I replace my wiper blades?

Replace them when you notice the signs of wear. Streaking, smearing, squeaking, judder or split rubber all mean it is time. Do not wait for poor visibility in heavy rain before you act.

Can I fit new blades myself?

Yes, it is a simple job. Lift the arm off the glass, release the old blade, and clip the new one on. Give it a gentle tug to check it is secure. Fit one side at a time so you do not mix them up.

What should I do if my new blades squeak?

First check they are fitted correctly and seated on the arm. Clean the glass and the blade edge, as grit can cause noise. If the squeak continues, check the blade is the right size for that side.

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