How to clean windshield wiper blades
When you drive in wet or dusty weather, your wiper blades always seem to leave streaks, unless they are new. No matter how many times you spray washer fluid, wipers leave small streaks of water or...
When you drive in wet or dusty weather, your wiper blades always seem to leave streaks, unless they are new. No matter how many times you spray washer fluid, wipers leave small streaks of water or large streaks of uncleaned spots on your windshield. Do they need to be changed again? Shouldn't they last at least six months to a year?
The effective operation of the windshield wiper blades depends on their ability to apply even pressure on the windshield. You need a clean windshield and clean wiper blades to remove anything that obstructs your view of the road.
Cleaning your windscreen wiper blades is a simple procedure that only takes a couple of minutes. You need:
- Several clean rags or paper towels
- washer fluid or hot soapy water
- Medical alcohol
Before you clean your windshield wipers, make sure your car is clean. Either wash it yourself or take it to the car wash as the goal is to remove as much of the general grime and grime as possible.
Raise the wiper blades from the windshield.
Apply a small amount of washer fluid to one of the clean rags and wipe the edge of the wiper blade. You can also use hot soapy water to wipe down the edge of the blade. Make several passes with a cloth over the wiper blade until the dirt stops coming off the rubber edge of the wiper.
Wipe the hinged areas of the wiper blade to ensure smooth and smooth movement.
Wipe the edge of a clean windshield wiper blade with a small amount of rubbing alcohol. This will remove any soap film or residue left on the rubber.
