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Wiper Blade Sizes at a Glance
Blades are labelled by length, not by side: supplier catalogues do not state which of the two front blades belongs on a right-hand-drive car’s driver arm.
Wiper Blade Sizes
Front blade lengths and arm fitting for the Suzuki Vitara, taken from the Bosch and Valeo entries in the TecDoc-derived parts catalogue. Catalogues publish a front set as two lengths and do not state which blade belongs on the driver’s arm of a right-hand-drive car, so this table labels the blades by length rather than by side. Measure the blade you are replacing, or check both arms, before you order.
| Position | Blade length | Arm fitting |
|---|---|---|
| Front — longer blade | 600 mm (24 in) | Hook (9×3 / 9×4) |
| Front — shorter blade | 400 mm (16 in) | Hook (9×3 / 9×4) |
| Rear | Fitted, ~250 mm / 10 in specific-fit moulded — single source, not established | Vehicle-specific rear fit |
Recommended Wiper Blades for Suzuki Vitara
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Confidence in this data: High front, Low rear
Checked against: Autodoc Vitara LY
What Fitting Type?
Catalogue fitting for the Suzuki Vitara: Standard hook 9×3 front
Adapter note. The Bosch set listed for this car is an Aerotwin Retrofit (AR-prefix), which uses the universal 9×3 / 9×4 hook adapter and fits any standard hook arm.
Fit blades in pairs. Both front blades age at the same rate, so replacing only the streaking one usually means doing the other within weeks.
Recommended Wiper Blades
Valeo VH152
Rear blade
How to Replace Wiper Blades
Changing the front blades on the Suzuki Vitara takes a few minutes and needs no tools.
- Lift the arm away from the glass until it locks upright, and lay a folded cloth on the screen in case it drops.
- Release the old blade. Slide the blade down towards the base of the arm, then unhook the J-hook from the blade’s bridge and lift the blade clear.
- Compare old and new side by side before fitting — same length, same connector. If the adapter does not match, stop; forcing it damages the arm.
- Fit the new blade until the catch clicks home, then tug it gently to confirm it is locked.
- Lower the arm back to the glass by hand. Repeat on the other side, then test with plenty of washer fluid on a wet screen.
Never let a bare arm snap back onto the glass — a windscreen chipped that way is not covered by the blade warranty.
When to Replace Your Wipers
Wiper rubber hardens with UV and heat rather than with mileage, so a set on a car that is parked outside will usually be finished in about 12 months whatever the distance covered. Replace them when you see any of the following:
- Streaks or a haze left behind on the return sweep
- Juddering or chattering across the glass
- Missed strips of screen, especially at the top of the sweep
- Splits, curling or a shiny, glazed edge on the rubber
- Squealing that does not clear with a wash and a wipe of the rubber
Clean the rubber with a damp cloth every few weeks and clear leaves and grit from the base of the screen; both add months to a set. A blade that still streaks after cleaning is worn, not dirty.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size wiper blades does a Suzuki Vitara need?
The catalogue front set for the Suzuki Vitara is 600 mm (24 in) and 400 mm (16 in). The catalogue does not say which of the two goes on the driver’s arm of a right-hand-drive car, so measure the blade you are replacing rather than assuming the longer one is the driver’s.
What fitting type do Suzuki Vitara wipers use?
The Suzuki Vitara is catalogued as: Standard hook 9×3 front
What rear wiper blade does a Suzuki Vitara take?
Rear blade for the Suzuki Vitara: fitted, ~250 mm / 10 in specific-fit moulded — single source, not established Rear blades are normally a moulded vehicle-specific fit, so match the part number rather than the length alone.
How often should I replace Suzuki Vitara wiper blades?
About once a year for most UK cars. Wiper rubber degrades with UV, heat and grit rather than with mileage, so a car parked outside will need blades sooner than the distance covered suggests. Replace them as soon as they streak, judder or miss part of the sweep after cleaning.
How we check fitment for this guide
We cross-reference fitment figures against manufacturer specifications and OE-supplier catalogue data where available, and matched to the standard codes that actually govern fit — battery type/group sizes, wiper lengths and fitting types, bulb fitment codes, tyre size markings, and oil specifications. We work by make, model, year, engine, and build date, because a single model can take different parts across its life. Where the right part depends on your exact vehicle, we tell you to confirm by registration or VIN. More on our method →