One of the elements of a car's windshield wiper system is wipers, the working surface of which is made of elastic rubber. Thanks to their special shape and flexible surface, the blades fit tightly to the windshield.
When the windshield wiper blades slide back and forth during operation, the plane of the working surface on which they contact the windshield changes.
Replacing windshield wiper rubber bands Many motorists ask the question: why do wipers lose their previous properties and
how to replace them with rubber bands yourself
?
Over time, the elasticity of the rubber part of the wiper is lost.
. They begin to stick in one position and scratch the windshield, causing irreparable damage to it. Through glass with such wear, visibility is difficult, and at night the glare of oncoming headlights blinds the driver.
Also, the safety of the rubber element of windshield wipers is negatively affected by the winter period. In those moments when the rubber bands freeze to the windshield, when trying to free them from the ice, the flexible edge of the rubber element is damaged and sometimes torn.
What types of windshield wiper blades are there and how to replace rubber bands on wipers with your own hands
Let's highlight two main types of windshield wiper blades (old and new).
To the old type of brushes
These include wipers
whose frame is made of a metal alloy and the rubber part is secured in several places with metal clips
.
To a new type of brushes
These include lightweight design wipers
with a flexible guide, onto which an elastic band is placed and secured on both sides with plastic latches
.
Replacing the rubber element on old type wipers
. Disconnect the blades from the windshield wiper arms by unfastening them from the locks. Using a screwdriver and pliers, bend the brackets securing the rubber element. Pull it out along with the two metal guides. Take a new rubber band and insert the guides into it. Insert into the frame and, one by one, carefully clamping the brackets (being careful not to break them off), assemble the windshield wiper.
Now let's look at how to replace the rubber bands on a new type of wipers with your own hands.
. Disconnect the brushes from the leads. Using a screwdriver, carefully pry up the plastic clip at the end of the brush and remove it. Unclench the holder and pull out the rubber element. Reassemble in reverse order.
replacing rubber bands on frame wipers
How to protect your windshield wiper blades from premature wear
- Do not leave the car in areas exposed to direct sunlight. If this cannot be avoided, then lift the blades from the windshield.
- In winter, to prevent the blades from freezing to the glass, raise the leashes and do not lower them until the car warms up. If the wipers are frozen, do not tear them off by force - the glass should thaw along with them.
- Heavily soiled glass with branches and leaves must first be cleaned and wiped with a cloth so that solid particles do not get under the rubber band.
- When choosing wipers, avoid dubious cheap fakes. Give preference only to trusted or well-known manufacturing companies. These products are of good quality and made from reliable materials.
- Silicone rubber bands have worked well. They are durable and elastic.
When carrying out such repairs, keep in mind that the quality of cleaning the windshield will depend on how you perform the work. If the new rubber band misses some areas of the glass, then you can repeat the experiment with replacement, but it is better to buy a new set of windshield wipers. Please note that the cost of several rubber bands damaged by poor quality replacements will outweigh the cost of new wipers.
One of the elements of a car's windshield wiper system is wipers, the working surface of which is made of elastic rubber. Thanks to their special shape and flexible surface, the blades fit tightly to the windshield.
Now let's look at how to replace the rubber bands on a new type of wipers with your own hands.
. Disconnect the brushes from the leads. Using a screwdriver, carefully pry up the plastic clip at the end of the brush and remove it. Unclench the holder and pull out the rubber element. Reassemble in reverse order.
How to try to protect your windshield wiper blades from premature wear
- It is advisable not to leave the car in a place exposed to direct sunlight in the summer. If this cannot be avoided, it is better to remove the brushes.
- In winter, to avoid the blades freezing to the windshield, it is better to raise the leashes and leave them in this position until the car warms up. If the wipers are still frozen, it is better to wait, without turning on the windshield wiper, until the car interior warms up and the windshield thaws.
- Glass with heavy dirt and leaves, branches, etc. stuck to it. It is better to first brush it off with a brush or wipe it with a rag to prevent solid particles from getting under the wiper rubber.
- When choosing wipers, do not buy dubious, cheap fakes. Give preference to well-known manufacturing companies; their products, as a rule, are made of good materials and are of good quality.
- Silicone rubber bands have proven themselves to be quite good. They are characterized by good elasticity and durability.
- It is also recommended to use two types of wipers - winter and summer. Winter windshield wipers have a closed cover to prevent snow from sticking, so they do a better job of cleaning in winter and do not freeze to the windshield.
How to extend the life of wipers #8212 by replacing rubber bands
How to protect brushes from wear
Not every driver wants to change wiper blades every six months. Therefore, to do this, it is necessary to monitor their condition and fulfill some requirements for their operation.
- Before you start cleaning the windshield, you must first moisten it with water from the sprayer. If the barrel is empty, you can use a plastic bottle or snow. The movement of rubber bands on dry glass can cause damage. There is a lot of dust and sand on the windshield, especially on the rear window. When a dry rubber band passes over them, abrasions and cracks may form on its surface. Of course, this does not happen after just one time, but it is a fact.
- From time to time the wiper needs to be lubricated or washed with water. And this applies not only to the mechanism, but also the rubber band must sometimes receive a share of lubricant.
- In winter, special care is required. If you leave the car for an indefinite period of time in the open air (not in a warm garage), then it is necessary to move the wipers away from the windshield. In severe frosts, the rubber bands freeze to the glass. And if at this time you need to use the car, then do not even think about turning on the glass cleaning. This can lead to premature wear of the motor and brushes.
- When cold weather sets in, it is necessary to replace the washer fluid with antifreeze. This will not only preserve your wipers for a few more seasons, but will also save your fluid reservoir. Since ordinary liquid freezes and causes the tank to crack.
- High air temperatures and direct sunlight on brushes reduce their service life by half. If you don’t want to buy new brushes after the summer, don’t be lazy to remove them from your car. The withdrawal procedure will take you a couple of minutes and will save you several hundred rubles.
- You can get into the habit of wiping the glass while refueling your car or every time you use it.
- The most vulnerable part of the (frame) wipers is the hinges. They're worth keeping an eye on. When dust gets on them, they cause corrosion and premature wear. The hinges must be lubricated with any means. Otherwise, the windshield wiper will have to be replaced.
- It is not recommended to use the wiper when there is a layer of snow on the windshield. It is better to sweep it away by hand or with a scraper. And only after that, turn on the wiper to clean the wet glass.
- Do not turn on the wiper when the glass is covered with a layer of ice. Rubbing the rubber bands against the surface will lead to the appearance of cracks and cuts, and this, in turn, #8212 will lead to poor cleaning of the front or rear windows.
- Before purchasing new items, pay attention to their condition. Carefully check their surface for damage. Remember, the cheaper the wipers, the worse their quality of work. It’s better to pay once, but drive with normal windshield wipers for more than one year.
Replacing rubber bands on windshield wipers
Even if you have never done this, removing them yourself will not be difficult.
It is important to consider that there are three types of wipers and several types of fasteners that attach the elastic to the base (ribs). Prepare the necessary tools - pliers, a knife and scissors.
Replacing rubber bands on wipers is quite simple and does not take much time.
- The windshield wiper arms must be raised (away from the windshield).
- Next, you need to stick out the old worn rubber bands. To do this, we find their attachment point to the guide arms and disconnect them using pliers. It is important not to overdo it with the clamps. They need to be bent a few millimeters (2-3). Otherwise they may be damaged.
- Each elastic band is detached along with the edge on which it is located. Some sets include not only elastic bands, but also these ribs. If they are, by all means, use them. If not, use the old ones.
- The new elastic band must match the size of the old one. Therefore, if necessary, cut it to size.
- The new part is inserted in place of the old one (into the grooves), after which the mount is fixed. The ribs are installed in their original place.
Types of windshield wipers
Probably, not everyone has thought about how the working edge of the wiper tape is evenly attached to the glass. But it was the technical solution to this issue that caused the appearance of several types of brushes. We will describe them following the chronological order of design changes.
Frame wipers
Frame wipers
As you can see, there is nothing particularly complicated in the design, but the mobility of the frame’s rocker arms when the wiper is operating depends on how tightly the rubber band will fit - the car glass is by no means flat, and the blade should “repeat” its shape when the wiper is operating.
The design of frame wipers allows you to more accurately follow the curve of the windshield and orient the rubber blades perpendicular to the surface being cleaned.
At the same time, the mobility of the rocker arm hinges should not be excessive in the direction transverse to the movement of the brush, otherwise the wiper will “lie” on its side and scratch the glass with its frame. In general, the edge of the rubber band should be perpendicular to the glass - if it does not “smooth” it, but “goes to scuff”, then the “rubber” sound will be terrible, and the dirt will leave streaks on the glass. The rubber band is held on the rocker arms by steel plates, which must have sufficient elasticity and resistance to corrosion. Replacing rubber bands on frame wipers is a simple task, but it requires some skill. You just need to pull out the elastic band along with the plates, and, having tucked the plates into the new tape, thread them into the grips on the frame. Pay attention immediately to which longitudinal groove on the elastic the plates are tucked into - the remaining grooves (folds) serve to collect dirt and ensure the elasticity of the working edge.
Winter frame wipers
Winter frame wipers allow you to avoid freezing of structural elements in winter, which is their undoubted advantage.
For such wipers, silicone rubber bands are produced that remain flexible in the cold; sometimes they are called winter rubber bands for wipers. The frame brushes themselves are also available in a winter version - with a casing that covers the frame hinges from icing. The fact that the frame brushes, when covered with ice, no longer press against the glass, is their main drawback. As practice has shown, the hopes placed on the winter version of the wipers were not justified - despite the high cost, these wipers do not lack the disadvantages inherent in their “summer” counterparts.
Frameless wipers
As you can see from the photo, such brushes do not have moving parts. The adherence of such wipers to the glass is ensured by an elastic metal tape, which is the actual basis.
Frameless wipers
The main disadvantage of frameless wipers is their poor adherence to the surface of the windshield, as a result of which the quality of cleaning sharply decreases.
The big disadvantage of these brushes is that they do not adhere well to the most curved glass and do a good job of cleaning only if they are tailored to a specific glass shape, that is, they are not universal. Cheap Chinese products are practically not cleaned at all. The companies that produce them especially focus on the fact that frameless wipers have good aerodynamics and adhere well to the glass at high speeds. But their most important advantage is the absence of hinges, which can lose mobility when icing. Replacement rubber bands for AVS frameless wipers look like this:
Replacement rubber bands for wipers
When replacing them, it is important not to “break” the base – the metal plate. Violation of its shape will cause a loose fit of the brush to the glass, and even if you buy good “branded” rubber bands for wipers (Bosch, for example), the glass will not be cleaned properly, and the wiper itself will have to be simply thrown away.
Hybrid wipers
Hybrid wipers
Hybrid wipers are undoubtedly a more modern product that provides comfort of use and quality of windshield cleaning, but they are not cheap.
Essentially, these are frame winter brushes, but they have a protective cover, divided into parts. The most expensive models are equipped with such wipers on the assembly line. The rocker arm joints in them are protected from direct water, but the casing joints freeze. Even though such brushes are not completely free from “diseases” characteristic of conventional frame products, their creation is still an undoubted step forward. The biggest disadvantage is their high cost - prices start at 400 rubles. Replacing rubber bands on hybrid wipers is done in almost the same way as on conventional frame wipers. You can see how the rubber bands for Denso hybrid wipers are changed. The video demonstrates in sufficient detail how to remove the old rubber band from the wiper and install a new one.
How to change the rubber on a wiper? Simple and fast ways
Windshield wipers are easy to replace, just like changing the rubber band on a windshield wiper
you can do it yourself, you can temporarily refuse to buy new brushes. Considering the fact that a suspension of small debris, sand and small particles of dirt, to which salt particles are added in winter, constantly hangs over the road, the rubber bands on the wipers quickly wear out and require replacement.
How to change the rubber on a wiper? It’s very simple, it’s an extremely easy manipulation. Main
Before starting work on replacing the rubber, decide on the type of brush design installed on the car.
Frame brushes
They are most widely used on Soviet and domestically assembled cars. Until recently, all structural parts were made of metal, but after the mid-2000s, windshield wiper manufacturers switched to plastic and materials based on it.
- hinges
- supports
- pressure plate with clamps
Frameless design
The windshield wiper includes a molded plastic body into which metal plates are fused, between which an elastic band is clamped. This type of wiper is distinguished by its price (increasingly) and lack of versatility. Frameless wipers are produced individually for each car model, since the cast body must perfectly match the geometry of the windshield.
Hybrid wipers
The rocker arms and supports were borrowed from frame brushes, and the plastic housing was borrowed from frameless brushes. This is the most advanced and expensive type of windshield wipers, and at the same time the most durable.
Changing the rubber band in a windshield wiper without compromising its performance characteristics is possible only on a frame structure. Replacing rubber blades on frameless and hybrid wipers requires certain training and qualifications from the driver. Such a replacement is made only in cases where it is not possible to purchase a new set of wipers.
Rubber replacement procedure
To replace the rubber band, you will need a screwdriver with a thin, but not sharp, wide blade and pliers.
Having removed the wiper from the leash, use a screwdriver to carefully bend the rubber band clamps located at the edges of the pressure plate. It is necessary to squeeze it carefully and to the minimum required angle, only so that the elastic band can freely come out of the wiper. It is better to do the final bending of the clamps with pliers, since they have a wider grip and, therefore, are less likely to damage the clamps.
After the tape is removed from the support clamps, plates are removed from it, which hold the shape of the elastic in a curved state. It is necessary to remember the direction of the bends of the plates so as not to mix them up during assembly. Otherwise, the rubber will not press against the windshield, and the wiper repair will need to be done again.
Samples are made in the plates
. into which the grooves of the rubber band should fit. Occasionally situations arise when the width of the recess is less than the thickness of the groove. In this situation, it is necessary to expand the sample using a thin needle file.
A new rubber band is inserted into the clamps
. The tape should pass the clamps freely, but without strong play in the rocker arms, the presence of which can lead to rapid wear of the new tape.
When repairing windshield wipers, you should take into account the fact that the quality of cleaning the windshield will depend on how to change the rubber band on the wiper. If the new rubber band leaves the area untouched by cleaning, you can repeat the replacement experiment, but it is best to buy a new set of windshield wipers, since the cost of several rubber bands damaged by poor-quality replacement may cover the cost of new wipers.
In Minsk, on Nekrasova, I bought graphite rubber bands for wipers 1#036 pieces.
The old ones worked for half a year, and with the frosts they stopped cleaning as before in one or two strokes.
With a slight movement of your fingers, place the spring plates in the new rubber band and insert them into place
Now let's admire how we got our hands dirty with graphite
We dispose of waste in accordance with the law
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RF Moscow South-Western Administrative District, Republic of Belarus Grodno.
How to replace rubber bands on frameless wipers
There is an opinion among car owners that if the wiper is frameless, then the rubber band on it cannot be changed. All you can do with this wiper is throw it away and get a new one. In fact, this is not true. The rubber bands on this type of wipers can be changed, and in this article we will tell readers how the replacement is done.
The content of the article
Reasons for replacing rubber bands on frameless wipers
There are several of them:
- The wipers began to make an unpleasant squeaking sound during operation.
- The rubber was so worn that the wiper began to scratch the windshield.
- The wipers do not do their job, and drops of water remain on the glass even after several passes.
All these points indicate one thing: due to wear, the wiper rubber no longer fits tightly to the glass, which means it should be replaced as soon as possible.
Tools to remove and replace
- Flat blade screwdriver (medium size).
- Flat blade screwdriver (smallest).
- Dishwashing liquid.
- A set of new rubber bands for wipers.
- A container with hot (but not boiling) water.
How to change: sequence using Bosch as an example
- First, remove the plastic plug at the end of the wiper. To do this, place the end with the plug in a container of hot water for 1-2 minutes. After this, the tip of a flat screwdriver is carefully inserted under the plug, the plastic is slightly bent, and the part is moved along the wiper.
Removing the wiper cap using a flat-head screwdriver
- This opens up access to the metal latch that holds the elastic. This part has a thin tendril, under which the thinnest screwdriver is inserted. The tendril is bent upward and the elastic is removed. A similar procedure is performed with the other end of the wiper.
The fastening antenna is bent with the thinnest screwdriver
- Before installing new rubber bands, their ends are generously lubricated with liquid dishwashing detergent, thanks to which the new rubber fits under the fastening antennae, previously raised with a screwdriver, without any problems. After installing the rubber bands, the dishwashing detergent is thoroughly washed off with warm water.
- After this, the plastic wiper plugs are installed in place.
Plug for frameless wiper Bosch
Video on replacing the rubber band on the windshield wiper
Important points
- It is strictly not recommended to remove the wiper caps without first warming them up. The plastic from which they are made is very fragile and breaks even with the slightest effort.
- When bending the fastening antennae with a screwdriver, do not use too much force. The steel from which these tendrils are made is quite flexible, and if you bend the tendril upward too much, it may not return to its original position, which means it will not hold the new elastic band tightly.
As you can see from this article, you can replace the rubber bands on a frameless wiper. The most important thing is to preheat its plugs and use only the thinnest screwdriver to bend the fastening antennae.
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Car wipers.
A car, as you know, is a highly dangerous vehicle. This is where hundreds of people die in road traffic accidents around the world. Car manufacturers and designers work every day to ensure that our lives are safe. Every year technologies and systems are improved, which is, of course, great. Did you know that one of the first systems that can safely be attributed to the safety of the driver behind the wheel of a car was a system for cleaning glass during rain and bad weather. Simply put, the windshield wipers you know.
Types of car wipers.
Car wipers, due to their commonplace nature, no longer look like some kind of super achievement, however, this is not so. At least try driving your car for a few kilometers without them, even in light rain. Why can’t you imagine how? Otherwise!
Although car wipers seem like an insignificant thing, they are very necessary for the driver. Today, of course, we will not see those wipers that were on the first cars, but their descendant #8212 frame wipers, previously popular, and even the most common type of car wipers today.
Frame car wipers.
A metal frame on hinges holds an elastic blade, which, overcoming all the unevenness of the glass, removes water from it. This design has proven itself quite well, however, its hinge elements wear out very quickly, thereby losing reliable contact with the glass, which leads to failures in cleaning and, as a result, poor visibility. And this, as we know, is very dangerous. Therefore, such wipers require frequent replacement. One good thing is that the price for these types of wipers is low and allows them to be replaced regularly without a big hit to your wallet.
Replacing frame wipers.
Replacing frame car windshield wipers is a completely common problem. It is enough to purchase the windshield wipers you need for your car, remove the old ones from their mounts (there is a neat lock that allows the wipers not to fall off while driving), and install new ones in their place. That's all!
For those who are trying to save money, there are sets of replacement rubber bands for this type of wipers. However, I do not recommend that you make such a replacement, the reason is in the lines above: the wear of the frame, even with new rubber bands, will not allow all the water to be removed. The only situation when such a replacement is appropriate is if you use metal-plastic frame windshield wipers; they resist frame loosening much better and the elastic band in them actually lasts much less than the frame itself. Therefore, in this case, replacement will be justified.
Installation of frame windshield wipers
Frame glass cleaners are more bulky in appearance, as they consist of a fairly large set of structural elements:
- Pressure plates
- Rocker arms
- Adapter
- Supports
- Hinges
- Blades - rubber bands
The photo below shows this well and clearly
In such wipers, which are gradually becoming a thing of the past, not only the rubber bands are subject to wear, but also the hinges, which fail relatively quickly. Therefore, after 2-3 replacements of a worn blade, you have to change the entire frame structure of the windshield wiper. This is their disadvantage. However, there are also advantages:
- Low cost
- Simplicity of design
- Versatility - interchangeability
Design of frameless wiper blades
Frameless wipers have only an elastic metal plate with fasteners that holds the glass-cleaning rubber band. Devices of this type are not universal, that is, they are designed for a specific car model, the shape of the viewing glass of which they ideally repeat when driving.
The pressure plate in such glass cleaners is held in place by a plastic housing, which transmits force from the drive mechanism. Such wipers are more expensive than frame ones, both in general and in terms of the cost of replacement rubber.
Hybrid car wipers
Hybrid car windshield wipers are the most durable, but also the most expensive. Structurally, they are supplemented, in comparison with frameless wipers, with supports and rocker arms, similar to those found in frame devices.
How to replace rubber bands on windshield wipers in a car
So, the replacement is done like this:
- The windshield wiper arms must be raised (away from the windshield).
- Next, you need to stick out the old worn rubber bands. To do this, we find their attachment point to the guide arms and disconnect them using pliers. It is important not to overdo it with the clamps. They need to be bent a few millimeters. Otherwise they may be damaged.
- Each elastic band is detached along with the edge on which it is located. Some sets include not only elastic bands, but also these ribs. If they are, by all means, use them. If not, use the old ones.
- The new elastic band must match the size of the old one. Therefore, if necessary, cut it to size.
- The new part is inserted in place of the old one (into the grooves), after which the mount is fixed. The ribs are installed in their original place.
As they say, words cannot clearly explain this, so we highly recommend watching this video on how to replace rubber bands on wipers
Replacing rubber bands
But no matter how carefully you care for your wipers, sooner or later there comes a time when they have to be replaced. However, do not rush and throw away the old kit. Perhaps the reason for poor performance is the wiper rubber bands, since all other parts are more durable and break much less often.
Let's look at the option of replacing the rubber on the windshield wiper blade and try to implement it. Perhaps then you can safely ride with the old set of brushes for a few more seasons, and use the saved money for something else.
Types of wiper blade mounts
Fastening windshield wiper blades - Hook or Hook
This is the oldest and most universal mount. It is usually denoted by the letter "U". The sizes of the “hook” can vary, the most common are 9x3 and 9x4. Although there are others: for example, some Audi models have very small hooks, and the American Subaru Tribeca B9 has a 12*4 “truck” class hook on the driver’s brush. On Honda Civic 4D/5D of the first years of production, the hook is supplemented with a special profile on the leash, the fastening element is additionally covered with a decorative cap.
Fastening Side pin
The names “Pin in Arm” are also found. This mount is found on cars produced since 2005: BMW 3, Volvo S40, VW Jetta and Passat, as well as on some Mercedes-Benz and Peugeot models.
Push button mount
This mount is very widespread and is used in Volvo, Renault, Ford, Citroen, VW cars.
Pin lock mount
The “Pin lock” mount is used in Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Seat cars.
Side mounting
This type of fastening is not very common and is used in a number of Renault cars. Previously, this mount was also used in American-made cars.
Pinch tab mount
This type of fastening is very common among European manufacturers and is used in modern Audi, Fiat, Saab cars, as well as in some Mercedes-Benz and Opel models
Mounting Bayonet lock or Bayonet arm
The bayonet lock mount is used mainly in Renault cars after 2004 and Saab. There are modifications of this mount with two holes for fastening with screws; they are used for trucks.
Top lock mount
This type of fastening is not very common and is used in a number of BMW 5 and 6 Series cars.
Mount Claw or Claw
This type of fastening is not very common and is used in Audi A6 cars.
Universal adapter BOSCH Aerotwin Multi-Clip
The universal Multi-Clip adapter was developed by BOSCH engineers in 2009. This adapter fits:
- Side pin
- Push button
- Top lock
- Pinch tab
Please note that this adapter is NOT suitable for hook mounting.
How to keep your windshield wipers from wearing out quickly
- Before you start cleaning the windshield, you must first moisten it with water from the sprayer. If the barrel is empty, you can use a plastic bottle or snow. The movement of rubber bands on dry glass can cause damage. There is a lot of dust and sand on the windshield, especially on the rear window. When a dry rubber band passes over them, abrasions and cracks may form on its surface. Of course, this does not happen after just one time, but it is a fact.
- From time to time the wiper needs to be lubricated or washed with water. And this applies not only to the mechanism, but also the rubber band must sometimes receive a share of lubricant.
- In winter, special care is required. If you leave the car for an indefinite period of time in the open air (not in a warm garage), then it is necessary to move the wipers away from the windshield. In severe frosts, the rubber bands freeze to the glass. And if at this time you need to use the car, then do not even think about turning on the glass cleaning. This can lead to premature wear of the motor and brushes.
- When cold weather sets in, it is necessary to replace the washer fluid with antifreeze. This will not only preserve your wipers for a few more seasons, but will also save your fluid reservoir. Since ordinary liquid freezes and causes the tank to crack.
- High air temperatures and direct sunlight on brushes reduce their service life by half. If you don’t want to buy new brushes after the summer, don’t be lazy to remove them from your car. The withdrawal procedure will take you a couple of minutes and will save you several hundred rubles.
- You can get into the habit of wiping the glass while refueling your car or every time you use it.
- The most vulnerable part of the (frame) wipers is the hinges. They're worth keeping an eye on. When dust gets on them, they cause corrosion and premature wear. The hinges must be lubricated with any means. Otherwise, the windshield wiper will have to be replaced.
- It is not recommended to use the wiper when there is a layer of snow on the windshield. It is better to sweep it away by hand or with a scraper. And only after that, turn on the wiper to clean the wet glass.
- Do not turn on the wiper when the glass is covered with a layer of ice. Rubbing the rubber bands against the surface will lead to the appearance of cracks and cuts, and this, in turn, will lead to poor cleaning of the front or rear windows.
- Before purchasing new items, pay attention to their condition. Carefully check their surface for damage. Remember, the cheaper the wipers, the worse their quality of work. It’s better to pay once, but drive with normal windshield wipers for more than one year.
If your windshield wipers suddenly stop working at all, that is, they don’t even turn on, this may be the reason.
This concludes our post on how to replace rubber bands on a car’s windshield wipers, please write your comments and suggestions below under this article.
