Wiper Blades - Ford EVEREST 2009 Manual

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Wiper Blades

CAUTION
Hot waxes applied by automatic car
l
washers have been known to affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.
To prevent damage to the wiper
l
blades, don't use petrol, paraffin,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.
Contamination of either the windscreen or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
qReplacing Windscreen Wiper Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
Form No.F8M7-10-09B
Black plate (239,1)
Owner Maintenance
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade
assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
assembly downward; then lift it off the
arm.
Plastic locking clip
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the windscreen
let the wiper arm down easily, don't let
it slap down on the windscreen.
2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull
until the tabs are free of the metal
support.
Metal support
Tab
Maintenance and Care
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