Windows and wiper blades
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
• The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive
cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from
your authorized dealer.
• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or Motorcraft
Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A) in the U.S., or Premium Quality
Windshield Washer Fluid [CXC-37-(A, B, D, or F)] in Canada, available from your
authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol
which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from
automated car wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion, clean the outer surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaning solution. After cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water. The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water.
Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
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