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Windshield Cowl

Exterior Body Panels

Covers the area at the base of the windshield and directs water/debris away from the wiper mechanism.

The windshield cowl is the panel at the base of the windshield, covering the wiper linkage and cabin air intake while channeling water and debris away from them. Sun exposure makes the plastic brittle, and clips commonly break.

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Typical part cost
$40–$150🔒
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Typical labor cost
$30–$80🔒
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Or about
6.0–12.0 years
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DIY difficulty
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Windshield Cowl is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Cracked or brittle plastic
Rattling noise
Loose or missing clips
Water pooling near the wipers

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Windshield Cowl

No standard interval on file

Clean Windshield Cowl

No standard interval on file

Inspect Windshield Cowl

No standard interval on file