Parts for your 2010 Ford Falcon-Wiper refills

2010 Ford Falcon wiper refills

Wiper refills are relevant for the 2010 Ford Falcon (FG series). Technical fitment guides used across Australia and New Zealand — including the Tridon AU/NZ Wiper Application Guide and Ford dealer parts fitment information — specify that FG Falcon models with standard hook-type arms accept 6 mm narrow-rail rubber refills in the original-style blade frames.

On this Falcon, the wiper refill’s whole job is simple: refresh the rubber edge that clears the windscreen so the driver gets a clean, chatter-free view in the wet. Instead of binning the whole blade assembly, a refill lets the workshop slide out the tired rubber and slide in a new insert, keeping costs down and reducing waste while retaining the correct blade geometry for the car.

Most 2010 Falcons run conventional framed blades that take refills, many owners keep the original frames because they’re sturdy and sit nicely on the glass. Some aftermarket “beam/aero” upgrades don’t accept refills, so those require full blade replacement — but if the car still wears refillable frames, swapping inserts is the go.

Typical lengths are commonly around 600 mm (driver) and 475–500 mm (passenger), but it’s smart to measure the fitted blades or check a local fitment guide to confirm before ordering. Replace refills every 6–12 months, sooner if the car lives outdoors. Signs it’s time include:

• Streaks, smears, or missed patches
• Chatter or squeak across the glass
• Perished, cracked, or split rubber edges

During a routine service, a tech will wipe down the windscreen and blade frames, then slide out the old insert. Many refills reuse the tiny stainless rails, others come with new rails pre-fitted. A dab of soapy water in the blade track helps the new insert glide in. They’ll make sure the end stop is locked, the insert is the correct length, and the blade parks cleanly without lifting at speed.

To keep refills happier for longer between services: wash road film off the windscreen, wipe the rubber with mild detergent, lift the blades off the glass during frosts, and avoid dry-wiping dusty glass. If the Falcon’s switches to non-refillable beam blades later on, no drama — just replace the complete blade set at the same service interval.

Popular questions

What size wiper refills does a 2010 Ford Falcon use?
Most 2010 FG Falcons use a driver side around 600 mm (24 in) and a passenger side around 475–500 mm (19–20 in). Variations can occur with aftermarket blades, so measuring the current blades or checking a local application guide is best before buying.

Can the inserts be replaced, or do the whole blades need changing?
If the Falcon still has refillable framed blades, the rubber inserts can be replaced on their own. If the car has been fitted with beam/aero blades that don’t take refills, replace the complete blade assemblies instead.

How often should wiper refills be changed on a 2010 Falcon?
Every 6–12 months is typical in Aussie and Kiwi conditions. UV, heat, sap, and road grime can shorten that cycle. Replace sooner if there’s streaking, noise, or reduced visibility in rain.