How to install a read wiper blade on a FX45 2003... replacement blade requires that the blade be inverted for installation, but the fixture arm only raises about 3" ... not enough to swing the blade underneath to click it in ... there does not seem to be a release mech on the arm to allow it to "open wider"

When you buy the replacement wiper blades, instructions will be printed on the box. Just follow the instructions.

The 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan has the most common hook-end wiper arms. See related links below for installation videos. Also, purchase the replacement blades first and there will be additional instructions/illustrations on the replacement packages. Locate and press the tab or button where the wiper blade is inserted into the hook of the wiper arm and pull wiper blade out of hook. You may have to rotate and flex the blade to make enough clearance for the hook to pass through.

1998 Dodge Grand Caravan Wiper Blade Installation Videos (hook front, hook rear)

1998 Dodge Grand Caravan Wiper Blade Size Options w/Correct Lengths & Attachments

The 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan has the most common hook-end wiper arms. See related links below for installation videos. Also, purchase the replacement blades first and there will be additional instructions/illustrations on the replacement packages. Locate and press the tab or button where the wiper blade is inserted into the hook of the wiper arm and pull wiper blade out of hook. You may have to rotate and flex the blade to make enough clearance for the hook to pass through.

1998 Dodge Grand Caravan Wiper Blade Installation Videos (hook front, hook rear)

1998 Dodge Grand Caravan Wiper Blade Size Options w/Correct Lengths & Attachments

The 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer has the most common hook-end wiper arms. Purchase the replacement blades first and there will be additional instructions/illustrations on the replacement packages. Locate and press the tab or button where the wiper blade is inserted into the hook of the wiper arm and pull wiper blade out of hook. You may have to rotate and flex the blade to make enough clearance for the hook to pass through.

2006 Chevy Trailblazer Wiper Blade Installation Videos (hook end arms)

2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer Wiper Blade Size Options w/Correct Lengths & Attachments

First try measuring the length of the wiper blade and calling your dealer or auto parts store to verify that the length is truly correct. Technicians might have grabbed the wrong length. If that's ok, go back to the people who repaired the accident damage and ask them if the arm was correctly installed, sometimes one notch on the shaft of the the blade arm will make the difference in wiper blade travel, if both of these possibilities fail, then maybe the shaft might be bent, or loose. Hope this helps-Jim

The installation process is simple and requires pushing down a tab on the wiper mount and rotating the wiper blade so you can pull the wiper out of the hook on the arm. Then you simply snap the new wiper blade on. The replacement wiper blades will come with step-by-step, illustrated instructions and once you have the instructions and the wiper blades/arms in your hands and in front of you, it will all make better sense and will an easy maintenance task. Very simple and takes 5-15 minutes usually not requiring any tools.
Read more: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_change_wiper_blades_on_2003_Pontiac_Sunfire#ixzz1CvQBvj3W

That's for a pontiac sunfire of the same year, can't imagine that it's any different from a different model of the same make and year!

Start off by putting a cardboard box over the windshield and under the wiper arm to avoid breaking or scratching the windshield.You need to turn on the wiper switch and then turn on the key. When your wiper arm is pointing to the top of the windshield turn off the key to keep it there. Now, depending on the type of wiper arm you have ( bayonet, shepherd hook, L pin or straight arm ) depends on how to remove old arm. Shepherd hook is the most common and has a lock on the blade that needs to be pressed in to release the blade from the arm. Now slide the blade toward the windshield, off of the cradle for the arm. Swivel the cradle so you can slip the blade off from the inside of the arm and reverse procedure to install. The Bayonet, L pin and straight arm styles usually require a small flat blade screwdriver pushed between the body of the blade and the arm, then twist to release blade. Some blades also have a lock that will need to be pressed to release blade from arm, then twist screwdriver to remove. Hope this helps!!

Wiper Arm & Blade (Front) Removal & Installation Wiper Blade To Remove:

1. Turn ignition switch to ACCY position.
2. Turn wiper switch to PULSE position and turn ignition OFF when wipers are stopped in the innerwipe position.
3. Push the wiper blade clip button IN and remove wiper blade from wiper arm.

To Install:

1. Insert wiper arm hook through opening in wiper blade.
2. Place wiper blade pivot in the inside radius of wiper arm hook.
3. Pull on wiper blade pivot into hook until it locks into place.
4. Check wipers for proper operation.

Wiper Arm To Remove:
NOTE: Mark position of wiper blade on windshield to ensure proper position upon reassembly.

1. Remove washer hose.
2. Lift wiper arm from windshield and use a screwdriver to disengage retaining latch.
3. Remove wiper arm from shaft.

To Install:

1. Place wiper arm on shaft so that wiper arm aligns with marks placed on windshield.
2. Press arm assembly on shaft and push retaining latch IN.
3. Connect washer hose.
4. Remove windshield markings and check wipers for proper operation.

To Remove:

1. Before servicing the vehicle refer to the precautions at the beginning of this section.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC.
3. Set the wiper switch to the PULSE.
4. Turn the ignition off when the wipers are in the innerwipe position.
5. Depress the wiper blade clip button
6. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • The wiper blade from the inside of the wiper arm

The wiper arm out through the opening in the wiper blade

To Install:

1. Install or connect the following:
   • The hook of the wiper arm through the wiper blade opening
   • The wiper blade pivot into the inside radius of the wiper arm hook
   NOTE: Pull the wiper blade until the pivot locks into the hook.
   
2. Check wipers for proper operation.