Parts for your 2020 Suzuki Splash-Wiper refills

2020 Suzuki Splash wiper refills: purpose, fitment, and easy servicing tips

Based on technical references including Suzuki service literature for the Splash/Ritz platform (RB series), Suzuki’s electronic parts catalogues that list “wiper blade rubber” as a service item, and AU/NZ aftermarket fitment guides from major brands such as Bosch, Tridon and Trico, wiper refills are applicable to the Suzuki Splash’s factory-style framed wiper blades. While the Splash wasn’t produced as a 2020 model, many are still on the road through the 2020s in Australia and New Zealand, and those vehicles commonly accept refill inserts or complete blade assemblies. So, wiper refills are relevant to a 2020-era serviced Suzuki Splash.

On the Splash, wiper refills are simply the rubber inserts (often with thin metal rails) that slide into the original wiper blade frame. Their job is to maintain a clean, streak-free windscreen, which is crucial for visibility, safety, and passing a WOF or rego inspection. Because the arm and blade frame usually remain in good nick, replacing just the rubber is a cost-effective, low-waste option that keeps the car looking factory and wiping quietly.

Servicing wiper refills on a Splash is straightforward. Most owners will refresh them every 6–12 months, sooner in harsh conditions—think strong UV, salty coastal air, or frequent frost. If the Splash lives outdoors, plan on the earlier end of that range. A quick check at each service or before a long trip helps catch issues early.

• Common signs it’s time: smearing, chattering, missed patches, frayed edges, or a hazy film that returns after cleaning.
• Care tips to extend life: wash the windscreen regularly, wipe the refills with a damp microfibre cloth, avoid running wipers on a dry, dusty screen, and lift blades off the glass during frosty nights.

Replacement is typically a five-minute job. The old insert slides out of the blade frame, the new refill slides in the same track, ensuring the metal rails (if used) are seated and the locking tab is secure. The driver’s side is usually longer than the passenger side—match both length and profile (insert width and groove style) to the existing blade frame. If the vehicle has been upgraded to a one-piece aero/beam blade that doesn’t take inserts, simply fit complete blades instead, the Splash’s hook-type arms make that an easy swap.

For best results in AU/NZ conditions, choose quality natural rubber or silicone refills with a graphite or Teflon-style coating for quiet, streak-free performance, and keep the windscreen clean so the new refills last the distance.

• Popular questions about 2020 Suzuki Splash wiper refills

What size wiper refills fit a 2020 Suzuki Splash?

Sizes can vary with the blade style on the car, but the driver’s side is typically longer than the passenger’s. For accuracy, measure the existing blades end-to-end and match the insert length and track profile, or check an AU/NZ application guide from Bosch, Tridon or Trico. If the blades have been changed to beam/aero type, use complete blades sized to the arm sweep.

How often should Splash wiper refills be replaced in Australia or New Zealand?

Every 6–12 months is a good rule of thumb. Coastal salt, strong UV and winter frost shorten rubber life, so vehicles parked outside or near the coast may need refills closer to six months. Inspect at each service and before WOF/regulatory checks—any smearing, squeaking or missed sections means it’s time.

Can a Splash switch from refills to complete blades?

Yes. The Splash typically uses hook-type arms, so it can run either OEM-style refillable frames or complete beam/framed blades from aftermarket brands. Refills keep things cost-effective and factory-looking, complete blades are handy if the old frames are bent, corroded or the car’s been upgraded to a non-refill design.