No matter the time of year or the conditions in which you’re driving, maintaining proper visibility is crucial to overall safety when behind the wheel. Few things are as important to your visibility as your vehicle’s windshield wipers. Windshield wipers require some regular maintenance and occasional repairs to be able to do their job. Throughout the year, keep an eye out for these signs that it might be time to replace your vehicle’s wiper blades.
Faulty Rubber
Take a look every once in a while at your wipers to make sure the rubber components are in good shape. The rubber should be smooth and fully attached to the blade. If it is dry, cracked, broken or detached, it is time to install a new set of wiper blades.
Windshield Streaking
Another sure sign that your vehicle’s wiper blades are on the way out is visible streaking on your vehicle’s windshield after using the wipers. If your vehicle’s wipers are smearing water and grime around rather than removing it, it’s time to get a new pair.
Distracting Noises
Windshield wipers should operate quietly. If you notice your vehicle’s wiper blades are skidding across the glass and making a chattering noise, it usually means they are not making proper contact and should be replaced.
Bent Wiper Frames
It’s not uncommon for the frames of wiper blades to become bent, resulting in partial contact with the windshield. If this happens, you should change your wipers.
Loss of Contact
Perhaps the most obvious way to know if you need to replace your vehicle’s wiper blades is if they simply are not doing the job they should. If your vehicle’s wiper blades are not clearing away water, you should replace them immediately.
Seasonal Changes
Finally, it’s a good idea to purchase your vehicle’s windshield wiper blades seasonally or at least a few times a year. Purchase wipes before possible ice and snow damage, rather than wait for the wipers to stop functioning well.
We at Curry Auto Center believe safety is a huge priority on the road. If you notice your wipers or another part of your vehicle needs maintenance or repairs, schedule an appointment with our service department.
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