Replacing Windshield Wiper; Blade Assemblies- Page 336

Maintenance

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Check the windshield wiper blades at
least twice a year. Also check them when-
ever they seem less effective than usual.

Contamination of either the windshield
or the blades with foreign matter can
reduce wiper effectiveness. Common
sources are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commercial car
washes.

If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse thor-
oughly with clean water. Repeat if neces-
sary.

To make reaching the wiper blades easy,
simply turn the ignition switch to ACC
and turn your wipers on. Wait for them to
reach a vertical position and turn the igni-
tion OFF. Do not move the wipers manu-
ally. Moving the wipers manually may
damage them.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, don’t use gasoline, kerosene,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.

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Replacing Windshield Wiper
Blade Assemblies

When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace the wiper blade assemblies.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arms,
and other components, don’t move
the wipers by hand.