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Wiper Arm Reference

Identify your wiper arm

Two grids below — front and rear. Find the photo that matches your wiper arm and we'll tell you exactly which Clix clip you need for a perfect fit.

15 front-arm types

Front Wiper Arms

Look at the connection point at the end of your wiper arm — then find the photo that matches. The badge on each card tells you which Clix clip you need.

J-Hook

J-Hook

C Clip

By far the most common front arm in the US. Found in many widths from 7mm to 12mm; the 9x3 (small) and 9x4 (large) hook arms cover most vehicles.

Fits: All three Clix blade styles — Conventional, Premium Beam, and Silicone+.

Offset J-Hook

Offset J-Hook

C Clip

A hook arm that connects to the side of the blade frame instead of the middle.

Fits: All three Clix blade styles — Conventional, Premium Beam, and Silicone+.

Reverse Hook

Reverse Hook

C Clip

9x4 hook found on 1994-1996 Camaro and Firebird. Three sub-versions exist, each with different bends in the arm.

Fits: All three Clix blade styles — Conventional, Premium Beam, and Silicone+.

BMW Reverse Hook

BMW Reverse Hook

C Clip

9x4 hook found on 1989-1996 BMW 5 Series.

Fits: All three Clix blade styles — Conventional, Premium Beam, and Silicone+.

Bayonet

Bayonet

C Clip

Popular arm of the 60s and 70s. Usually 7mm wide, though 8mm appears on some European vehicles.

Fits: All three Clix blade styles — Conventional, Premium Beam, and Silicone+.

Side Pin

Side Pin

Conventional

Almost exclusively on US-manufactured vehicles. Sizes are 3/16" (small) or 1/4" (large).

Fits: Clix Conventional only. Premium Beam and Silicone+ aren't available for Side Pin arms.

Side Lock

Side Lock

X5 Clip

The blade swivels on a pin held in place by a side-lock tab. This version has a 22mm saddle; a smaller variant uses a 17mm saddle.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included X5 Clip (22mm). Conventional not compatible.

Short Side Lock

Short Side Lock

X5 Clip

Looks like a Side Lock arm, but the saddle is only 17mm wide. Used on some BMW models.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included X5 Clip (17mm). Conventional not compatible.

Top Button (19mm)

Top Button (19mm)

L Clip

Formerly called Narrow Top Button. 19mm wide saddle — a slimmer version used by Audi, Porsche, and Volkswagen.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included L Clip. Conventional not compatible.

Top Button (22mm)

Top Button (22mm)

Not available

The standard width for most arms of this style. Currently used on Mercedes SL and S Class.

Fits: Not currently available — the 22mm Top Button arm isn't covered by the Clix lineup yet. Message our team and we'll help you find a fit.

Top Button Slotted

Top Button Slotted

X Clip

15.7mm wide saddle with slots in the sides to keep the blade from falling out. Used on Prius, some Mazda models, and Lexus NX.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included X Clip. Conventional not compatible.

Pinch Tab

Pinch Tab

C Clip

15mm wide saddle. Two tabs are pinched together and the blade swivels off the front of the arm.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included C Clip. Conventional doesn't fit Pinch Tab arms.

Pinch Tab — BMW

Pinch Tab — BMW

C Clip

Used on BMW Series 5 and 6 for limited years. Looks like a standard Pinch Tab, but the blade attaches differently: pinch the tabs and slide the blade forward to remove.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included C Clip. Conventional doesn't fit Pinch Tab arms.

A&M Aero Mount

A&M Aero Mount

X2 Clip

Only used on limited models of Audi and Mercedes — plus 2012-2018 Bentley Continental and Flying Spur.

Fits: Clix Premium Beam and Silicone+ with the included X2 Clip. Conventional not compatible.

16 rear-arm types

Rear Wiper Arms

Rear wipers use a different attachment system. The letter on each card matches the rear blade type that fits it.

Roc-Loc 2 — 4Runner

Roc-Loc 2 — 4Runner

Type A

For 2003-2009 Toyota 4Runner. The arm has a cut-out for the parking guide on the OE blade.

Veloster

Veloster

Special

Found only on Hyundai Veloster vehicles. We don't currently stock this rear wiper blade.

Heavy Duty, Bus & RV

Saddle-mount arms and saddle width

Trucks, buses and Class A motorhomes use a saddle mount instead of a hook. Picking the right blade means matching the saddle width — the blade length alone will not tell you which one you need.

How to measure your saddle

Measure the bridge width — the flat metal saddle at the end of the wiper arm, across its widest point where the blade bolts on.

  1. Lift the arm away from the glass and look at the flat plate at its tip.
  2. Put a caliper or ruler across that plate, side to side.
  3. Record the millimetre reading and match it to a band below.

Do not measure the arm itself, and do not measure the bolt. Saddle width is measured at the bridge; the bolt and the arm shaft are both narrower and will send you to the wrong blade.

Narrow saddle5mm / 6mm

approx. 0.20" – 0.24"

The smallest saddle mount. Found on light and medium commercial arms, and on some bus and RV secondary wipers.

Clix lineClix 71 Series (flat squeegee) and Clix 72 Series (flex)

Sizes71 Series: 10"–22" · 72 Series: 14"–20"

Shop narrow saddle
Regular saddle13.6mm / 17mm

0.500" – 0.640"

The most common heavy-duty saddle. Covers most Class 6–8 trucks, school buses, and the majority of Class A motorhome arms.

Clix lineClix Heavy Duty Saddle (78 Series)

Sizes22", 24", 26", 28", 32"

Shop regular saddle
Wide saddle21mm / 27mm

0.800" – 1.000"

The largest saddle mount, used on transit buses, motorcoaches and the biggest diesel-pusher windshields. Adapters for both 21mm and 27mm are included.

Clix lineClix Heavy Duty Saddle (78 Series)

Sizes36", 40"

Shop wide saddle
Measures 3/4"?19mm

0.750"

A few Newmar and Tiffin coaches use a 19mm saddle that falls between our Regular and Wide bands. Neither will bolt on correctly. Contact us before ordering and we'll confirm the right part.

Clix lineNot currently stocked

Sizes

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Still not sure which arm you have?

Tell us your year, make and model — our wiper experts will identify your arm type and send you the exact Clix clip and blade.

Arm ID FAQs

Common questions

Quick answers about identifying your wiper arm and picking the right Clix clip.

What if my driver and passenger arms look different?

That's normal. The driver and passenger arms on the same vehicle are sometimes different types or sizes — especially on European cars. Identify each one separately and order the correct clip for each.

What's the difference between the C Clip, L Clip, and X Clips?

The clip is what connects your Clix wiper blade to your specific wiper arm. The C Clip covers J-Hook, Bayonet, and Pinch Tab arms (the most common). The L Clip handles 19mm Top Button arms. The X, X2, X3, X4, and X5 Clips cover specialty arms like Top Button Slotted, A&M Aero Mount, RL/PT, Mercedes Lift & Slide, and Side Lock. The badge on each arm card above tells you which clip you need.

Can I just enter my vehicle instead?

Yes — that's actually faster. Use the Vehicle Finder. Pick your year, make and model and we'll show you the exact Clix wipers and clip that fit — no arm identification required.

Why are rear wipers categorized differently?

Rear wipers use a completely different attachment system than front wipers — usually some form of snap or claw mechanism directly on the arm. Instead of a separate clip, rear arms are matched to a specific blade type (A through M).

What if I order the wrong clip?

We'll make it right at no cost to you. Every Clix order is backed by our Perfect Fit Guarantee — if the wipers don't fit your vehicle as ordered, we'll ship the correct kit free.

How do I know if I have a saddle arm instead of a hook?

Look at the tip of the wiper arm. A hook arm curves over into a J shape and the blade clips into the curve. A saddle arm ends in a flat metal plate — the saddle — and the blade bolts onto it, usually with one or two screws. Saddle arms are standard on Class 6–8 trucks, transit and school buses, and most Class A motorhomes. See the saddle guide above for how to measure yours.

Another site says my vehicle takes a "wide saddle" — is that your Wide saddle?

Not necessarily. Several brands label a 13.6mm–16.3mm (0.500"–0.640") saddle as "wide saddle", which by our measurement is a Regular saddle. Our Wide saddle is 21mm or 27mm (0.800"–1.000"). Check the dimension rather than the wording — and if the other listing does not publish a dimension at all, measure your own arm across the bridge. Our team will confirm it for you if you send a photo.