When to change the wiper blades

In case of adverse weather conditions, the wiper blades play a fundamental role . If they do not sweep well and do not properly evacuate water, hail or snow, they prevent precious information from reaching us in our eyes. A few seconds can be vital for the lives of the occupants of a vehicle or pedestrians.

Steps to follow:

one

If the brushes leave areas to sweep, cause strange fogs, make noise or jumps, the time has come for their replacement.

two

We recommend your change after the summer. There is nothing worse for its components than the prolonged days of sun and high temperatures.

3

Some car models incorporate very useful wear detectors, this makes it no longer a question " when to change the clean ones " since the car itself indicates when.

4

The wear of the brushes is related to their frequent use or to the environmental aggressions to which they are exposed as heat, frost, dust or sand. In general, the brushes last between 18 and 24 months.

5

The symptoms of wiper blade wear are:

  • If you feel roughness and / or cuts, by sliding your finger along the edge of the brush.
  • If the surface of the windshield is not completely clean: There are streaks, wet areas or uncleaned areas.
  • If there are small jumps that cause the brush does not slide smoothly on the glass.
  • If noises are heard during the operation of the brush