How to clean and maintain the wipers?

Release Time:

Nov 20,2023

The windshield wiper is one of the important accessories of a car, used to remove rainwater, dust, and debris from the windshield, ensuring clear vision for the driver and improving driving safety.

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The windshield wiper is one of the important accessories of a car, used to remove rainwater, dust, and debris from the windshield, ensuring clear vision for the driver and improving driving safety. However, long-term exposure of wipers to the air can easily lead to contamination by dust, dirt, and microorganisms, thereby affecting their service life and effectiveness. Therefore, regular cleaning and maintenance of the wipers is very necessary.

1、 Cleaning of wipers

1. Prepare tools and materials

In order to clean the wiper, you need to prepare the following tools and materials: towels, sponges, dishwashing detergent, water, pots or buckets, etc.

2. Remove the wiper

Before cleaning the wipers, it is necessary to remove them. Most wipers are disassembled by rotating or pushing. Please refer to the vehicle manual or consult a professional for the correct disassembly method.

3. Clean the wiper

Place the disassembled wiper into a prepared basin or bucket, add an appropriate amount of detergent and water, and then gently wipe the surface and adhesive strip of the wiper with a towel or sponge. Be careful not to use excessive force to avoid damaging the wipers.

4. Rinse thoroughly

Wash the surface of the wiper and the adhesive strip with clean water to ensure that the detergent is thoroughly rinsed. After rinsing, gently wipe the surface and adhesive strip of the wiper with a towel.

2、 Maintenance of wipers

1. Use specialized wiper wax or lubricant

To protect the wiper strip from damage, special wiper wax or lubricant can be used. These products can form a protective film, reduce friction between the wiper and glass, and extend the service life of the wiper.

2. Regular inspection

Regularly check whether the wipers are working properly, and if there are any abnormalities, repair or replace them in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also necessary to check the wear level of the wiper, and if it is severely worn, it should be replaced in a timely manner.

3. Maintain a dry environment

Park the vehicle in a dry environment to avoid moisture and rust on the wipers. If the vehicle is parked for a long time, the wipers can be upright to avoid deformation caused by the rubber strip coming into contact with the glass for a long time.

4. Avoid using rough tools to clean glass

When cleaning the vehicle's glass, it is important to avoid using rough tools or cloth to avoid damaging the wiper strip. At the same time, it is also necessary to avoid using cleaning agents containing chemical components to avoid damage to the wipers.

In short, regular cleaning and maintenance of wipers can extend their service life and improve their effectiveness. During the cleaning and maintenance process, it is necessary to be careful not to use overly rough tools and materials to avoid damage to the wipers. At the same time, it is also important to maintain a dry environment for the vehicle to avoid moisture and rust on the wipers.

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