How To Maintenance Tips For Your Truck Windshield Wipers

Windshield wipers play a crucial role in any vehicle regardless of size. Without them, drivers won't be able to see clearly during rainy and snowy weather. As such, vehicle owners should be responsible for maintaining the good condition of their windshield wipers.

Truck owners and drivers should also be aware of this important component of their vehicle. This vehicle part dates back to 1903 and at that time, was not even electric yet. Thankfully today, drivers can experience more convenience when it comes to their line of vision during inclement weather. What matters is you know how to clean the wipers regularly and change them when they're worn out.

Windshield wipers are made from rubber material but they do wear and tear from constant use. It's fine when you use them to clear your windshield during rainy weather but they can easily wear when used to remove snow. Some people who are in a rush often have the habit of using their wipers to clear snow on their car's windshield but this is not a good idea. The wiper blades are doing hard work when used to scrape snow and they can easily get deformed.

Apart from snow, using your windshield wipers on dirt and other debris is another way of shortening the life of your wipers. Keep in mind that using the wipers on dry glass is never a good thing to do. If you see leaves, sticks and other debris on your windshield and you need to wipe them off, make sure you use a washer fluid to allow the blades to move smoothly on the surface. If you're not using a fluid, you can cause scratches on your windshield when the blades scrape off those debris.

One sign that your wipers need a new replacement is when you start to hear sounds when using them. Another sign is when they leave streaks on your windshield. Wiper blades are not that expensive but it's a good idea to invest in a quality one.

However, if you want to save on replacing your wipers every time, there are some steps you can do using only common ingredients found in your kitchen. To remove frost on your windows, just get a clean spray bottle and mix one part water with three parts white vinegar. Before spraying the solution on your windows, shake well first. Using this solution will no longer allow frost to form on your truck's windows. Make sure you do this every two weeks to protect your windows.

Don't forget to clean your wiper blades as well. Using vinegar is the trick. Get a clean cloth, wet it with vinegar and then wipe it on each of your blades. Prepare a second cloth and this time, damp it with water to use it to clean off the vinegar you earlier applied. Doing this step will ensure your blades will continue working for a long time. This will save you money moving forward as you no longer have to buy new ones all the time.

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