2009–2014 Nissan Cube

2009-2014 Nissan Cube — Wiper Blade Replacement

By Tom Becker ✓ Certified Mechanic · Published Sep 21, 2026 · Updated Oct 22, 2026

🔧 Easy 10–15 minutes $81 DIY

Quick answer: Wiper Blade Replacement on a 2009–2014 Nissan Cube is rated Easy and takes about 10–15 minutes. You'll need 1 tool for this job, and parts cost about $81. This guide walks you through the full job step by step, including the mistakes to avoid.

Quick Video Tutorial

Parts You Need

Total Cost

$80.97

Part Name	Part Number	Price	Buy
Driver wiper blade, 20"	Bosch 20A	$32.99	Amazon
Passenger wiper blade, 20"	Bosch 20B	$32.99	Amazon
Rear wiper blade, 12"	—	$14.99	Amazon

About prices: shown prices are typical retail averages and change frequently; cheaper alternatives may be available. Confirm the current price before buying.

💡 Pro tip: Order all parts at once to save on shipping

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps carefully

Confirm 20″/20″/12″ fitment before you buy

The Cube takes 20-inch blades on both fronts and a 12-inch rear. Fronts use standard 9×3 J-hooks; the rear uses a dedicated Roc Loc 3 connector, so a generic hook-style rear blade won't attach. Measure your old blades before buying.

Lift the front arm off the glass

Park the Cube, switch the ignition off — there's no service position on this car. Lift the driver's arm off the glass until it stays up, holding the metal arm. If one feels stiff, work it up slowly.

Release the old front blade from the hook

Press the tab under the J-hook and slide the old blade off. If it's stuck, wiggle it while pressing — never yank, which can bend the hook. Lay the bare arm on a folded towel so it can't snap back.

Click the new front blade on and test the latch

Slide the new 20-inch blade onto the J-hook until the tab clicks, then pull firmly — a blade only sitting on the hook will fly off at highway speed. Both fronts are 20-inch, so don't accidentally reinstall an old blade.

🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado

Both fronts are 20-inch, so I mark one old blade with tape the second it comes off — reinstalling an old blade by mistake happens more than you'd think.

Repeat on the passenger side

Repeat the lift, release, and install on the passenger-side arm. Lower both arms onto the windshield by hand — guide them down rather than dropping them. Both blades should lie flat and parallel along the windshield base.

Release the 12″ rear blade from its dedicated clip

Keep one hand on the rear arm at all times — it sits on the hatch's wraparound curved glass, which scratches easily. Lift the short rear arm, squeeze the Roc Loc 3 clip release, and slide the old blade out.

🔧 Mechanic's note — Ray Delgado

In my experience, The Cube's rear clip trips up everyone — it's not a J-hook, so don't force a generic blade onto it. Buy the rear blade from a listing that names the Cube specifically.

Test all three wipers

Seat the new 12-inch rear blade until it locks and lower the arm onto the glass. Run front wipers plus washer at low and high speed, then the rear — it should sweep the curve without lifting or chattering.

All Done!

Test your repair before closing everything up. If something doesn't work right, double-check your steps.

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Buying a generic rear blade — the Cube's rear arm uses a dedicated Roc Loc 3 connector, and universal hook blades won't attach.
• Swapping front blades in the wrong spot — both fronts are 20", but mark them anyway so you don't mix a worn one back in.
• Letting the short rear arm snap back onto the curved wraparound glass — the arm is springy and the glass is expensive.

Tools You'll Need

Tape measure Microfiber cloth and glass cleaner Small towel or rag

⚠️ Safety First!

• Never let a bare wiper arm snap back onto the glass — always rest it on a folded towel.
• Do not run the rear wiper while the arm is lifted off the glass; the motor can over-torque the short arm.
• Keep fingers clear of the rear arm pivot — it springs back hard if released.