How do I put the wiper blades?

The rubber wiper blades wear out after a certain period of use. Of course, you can trust the installation of new power brushes to a professional master, but this is a very simple job that you can manage yourself without even having any special skills. In addition, for most cars, the algorithm for mounting and dismantling these elements is the same. In this article we will go through step by step how to put the wiper blades so that you can do everything yourself and you do not have any problems in the process.

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What is it for?

Some car owners mistakenly believe that it is advisable to change the cleaning elements on the car wipers only when they are worn out completely. In fact, the serviceability of the "janitors" is not a trifle, but an important factor in the serviceability of the car, on which the safety of riding also depends.

Here are the signs that indicate that the cleaning elements need to be updated urgently.

The presence of strips on the surface of the windshield

Because of the divorces on the windshield, you can not keep a close eye on the condition of the road. Extend the life of the brush is possible, including "wipers" only with clean glasses.

Important! Of course, sooner or later, wear is inevitable, but if you make sure that the glasses have been cleaned, the cleaning devices will last longer.

Dirty, uncleaned areas of

The cause of this problem is the deformation of the elements from contamination or temperature changes. If the deformation has occurred from contamination, then replacement is not necessary. It is enough to wash the cleaning elements in water at room temperature using a mild detergent.

"Janitors" jumping on the windshield

If the "jumps" occur when driving at high speed, then the cause of the problem is the use of wireframe wipers without a spoiler. The way out is to replace them with a model with spoilers. A good solution is the use of frameless models with excellent aerodynamic characteristics.

Sometimes the janitors jump because the rocker arm or the fastening unit has loosened up. In this case, it is advisable to check the backlash of the rocker arms and the correctness of securing the janitor.

Important! If a problem is found, remove the components, replacing them with serviceable ones.

The windscreen has become turbid

This is due to the vertical rupture of the rubber band. The windshield wiper can not withstand the required working angle. Replacing a broken cleaning element with a working one is the solution to the problem.

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How to install the wiper blades correctly? Preparing and replacing the

Replacing the cleaning device is an easy, but crucial, point. Preparation for work includes the following steps:

• Examine the wiper device. They consist of a holder, a lower arm and a brush. Only brushes are to be replaced.
• Measure the size of brushes using a conventional ruler or roulette. This must be done in advance to purchase replacement parts. You can do the same in another way: dismantle the janitors and come with them to the car goods store before installing the wiper blades.
• Provide easy access to the janitors to remove the wipers without hindrance.

Installation of new cleaning devices is carried out according to the following algorithm:

• Lift the lower lever from the windshield. Lift the lever to the end so that it does not return to its original position and does not damage the windshield.

Important! To ensure that the bottom lever does not hit the windshield, it is advisable to protect it with a towel or a soft cloth.

• Remove the worn part. How to remove windshield wipers? Fastening of the car brush is carried out by means of small clips made of plastic. The holder may be in the form of a hook or latch.
• Install a new windshield for cleaning the windows. Secure it must be very carefully, until the appearance of a characteristic click.
• Place the lower lever back on the windshield of the machine.
• Exactly in the same order, replace the cleaner on the second "janitor".

If you update the cleaning elements regularly, the janitors will work stably, and the glass will remain clean at all times. So - and driving will be safer, and will give you more pleasure.