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1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta Wiper Blade Sizes

Model years 1985 to 1986 Sizes from one source so far

Your wiper sizes

Driver Base 16in 400 mm GLI 18in 450 mm
Passenger Base 16in 400 mm GLI 18in 450 mm
J-Hook (9×3 mm) connector

Every Volkswagen Jetta from 1985 to 1986 takes these sizes. Any year in this range uses the same wiper blades.

Blades for your Volkswagen Jetta

Driver 16" only Driver 18" only Passenger 16" only Passenger 18" only

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Best wiper blades for the 1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta

Three blade types, each in your sizes.

Budget

Conventional blades

  • Metal frame, the classic design
  • Lowest cost, fine on flatter glass

In your sizes: 16" + 18" + 16" + 18"

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Our pick

Beam blades

  • One piece with no frame to ice up
  • Hugs curved modern windshields

In your sizes: 16" + 18" + 16" + 18"

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Aero

Hybrid blades

  • A frame under an aero shell
  • Even pressure with a sleek profile

In your sizes: 16" + 18" + 16" + 18"

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Where the 1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta sits

Wiper sizes for every Volkswagen Jetta range in our data.

2023–2026
Driver
24"
Passenger
20"
 2021
Driver
24"
Passenger
19"
 2020
Passenger
20"
Driver size not in our data 2015–2019
Driver
24"
Passenger
19"
 2011–2014
Driver
24"
Passenger
19"
 2010
Driver
24"
Passenger
19"
Rear
13"
 2009
Driver
24"
Passenger
19" or 18"
Rear
13"
 2008
Driver
24"
Passenger
19" or 18"
Rear
13"
 2005–2007
Driver
24"
Passenger
19"
 1993–2004
Driver
21"
Passenger
19"
 1992
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
 1990–1991
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
 1989
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
 1988
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
 1987
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
1985–1986
Driver
16" or 18"
Passenger
16" or 18"
1980–1984
Driver
16"
Passenger
16"
YearDriverPassengerArm
1987 16"or 18" 16"or 18" J-Hook (9×3 mm)
1986 16"or 18" 16"or 18" J-Hook (9×3 mm) This page
1985 16"or 18" 16"or 18" J-Hook (9×3 mm) This page
1984 16" 16" J-Hook (9×3 mm)
1983 16" 16" J-Hook (9×3 mm)
1982 16" 16" J-Hook (9×3 mm)
1981 16" 16" J-Hook (9×3 mm)
1980 16" 16" J-Hook (9×3 mm)

Good to know

Body style matters

Some blade lengths depend on the body style shown in the size tiles.

Check against your old blades

Measure the rubber strip from end to end. It should match 16" + 18".

About this data

Fit data comes from one source so far; we're cross-checking every size against more sources. Consecutive model years with identical blades share one page.

How to fit your new blades

  1. Lift the arm

    Pull the wiper arm away from the glass until it stays up. Put a towel on the windshield in case the arm snaps back.

  2. Release the old blade

    Press the tab where the blade connects to the hook, then slide the blade down and off the arm.

  3. Clip on the new blade

    Slide the new blade's adapter up into the hook until it clicks. Most blades ship with a J-hook adapter already fitted.

  4. Lower the arm and test

    Gently rest the arm back against the glass. Spray your washer fluid once to check for clean wipes without streaks or chatter.

1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta wiper FAQ

Quick answers about this car.

What size wipers fit a 1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta?

The 1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta takes 16" or 18" driver-side and 16" or 18" passenger-side wiper blades. The arm uses a J-Hook (9×3 mm) connector.

Do all 1985–1986 Volkswagen Jetta model years use the same wipers?

Yes. Every Volkswagen Jetta from 1985 to 1986 shares the same blade lengths and arm type. If a blade fits one of these years, it fits them all.

What connector does the Volkswagen Jetta wiper arm use?

J-Hook (9×3 mm). Most replacement blades include an adapter for it, so check the adapter chart in the package.

Can I use a wiper blade one size longer or shorter?

Stick with the listed sizes. A longer blade can hit the windshield frame or the other blade, while a shorter one leaves an unwiped gap. If your old blades don’t match our sizes, measure them end to end.

How often should I replace my wiper blades?

Most drivers change them every 6 to 12 months. Swap them sooner if they start to streak, chatter, or miss spots.

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