the red arrow shows the adapter now used to connect the original wiper blade ARM to the
newer style wiper blade. the original ARM has a 360 degree rotating adjustment. the adapter holds the original ARM
using the little 'button' found on the original ARM to
the adapter, which then connects to the new blade.
this ADAPTER is as shown 1.0'' long

thus

extending the new blade 1'' NOW hitting the windshield center split trim piece.


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The only other factor would be your wiper arms?
Are they the same as original? >>>>>> YES ORIGINAL
Why is an adapter needed/used? >>>>>>>> to connect the new wiper blade hook mechanism to the
old style rotating and curved stock arm

Last edited by carolines truck; 02/24/2015 7:14 AM.
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