Acura Wiper Blade Replacement
Don’t get caught in the rain with sub-par windshield wipers! Making sure your vehicle is prepared and ready to weather any storm is vital for the longevity of your vehicle, as well as your safety. Here is all you need to know about maintaining and replacing the wiper blades on your vehicle, provided by your San Antonio Service Center.
According to Rainx, wiper blades should be replaced every six months to a year or as soon as you notice a difference in driving visibility. When wiper blades no longer make proper contact with the windshield surface, they can begin to squeak, chatter, skip, smear or streak, reducing driving visibility.
When inspecting wiper blades, look for the following:
- Broken frame – detachment of frame arms at joints or connection points.
- Metal Corrosion – especially at joints and claws.
- Visible cracks, tears, and missing pieces in the rubber squeegee’s edge.
- Flex rubber squeegee back and forth to see if it is still flexible. Aged squeegees will have difficulty conforming to the shape of your windshield and create streaks.
- Check squeegee wiping edge for rounded edges which can prevent the wiper blade from making strong contact with the windshield and reduces wipe quality.
- Tug to ensure the wiper blade has been securely installed on the wiper arm.
- Check that squeegee is secure in the wiper frame.
If you have noticed that your wiper blades are not working properly, or are not in the best condition, it might be time to make an appointment with our Service center, and get them replaced.
Where Can I Get My Wiper Blades Near Me?
Schedule a service appointment with Gunn Acura of San Antonio. Our crew is more than happy to keep your Acura running as it should at peak performance! If you have any questions about service for your Acura, please don’t hesitate to contact us at the dealership.