SUBARU MAINTENANCE
WINDSHIELD WIPER CARE
Wipers take a beating from extreme temperatures, acid rain, road salt, sand, and ice scraper abuse. The rubber can crack, split, tear, become contaminated with road film or chemicals or warp from long exposure to heat, cold or ice. Improvements are being made in blade materials, but air pollution still takes its toll.
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Meanwhile, every time you wash your car (weekly, hopefully), clean the rubber blade with a mild detergent and rinse with water. You'll remove most pollutants attacking the rubber, help increase blade life and reduce windshield smearing. If taking a rear wiper-equipped Subaru through a commercial car wash, temporarily tape the rear wiper to the glass to avoid damage during the wash.
If you're tired of finding your wipers frozen to your windshield, try
setting
them away from the glass before you leave your parked car. Most Subaru
wipers can be gently pulled outward and set before snow or freezing
rain so they will be ready to work when you need them most.The next time you visit our service department be sure to ask about service specials and parts specials which can save you more. Remember this and other safe driving tips and change your wiper blades when they need it. It's you and your vehicle out on the road, so protect the things that are valuable to you.
