How to Distinguish Left and Right Windshield Wipers on the Mondeo?
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The Mondeo's windshield wipers are longer on the left and shorter on the right. In the past, wipers were not differentiated between left and right, but modern vehicles have wipers of different sizes on each side. The left wiper can only rotate approximately 90 degrees, while the right wiper has a larger rotation range, thus covering a bigger operational area. Generally, windshield wipers are longer on the left and shorter on the right, and they sweep from the bottom right to the top left. Below is some relevant information: 1. The wiper on the driver's side is longer, while the one on the passenger side is shorter. This design aims to maximize the driver's frontal field of vision while preventing rainwater from being swept to the left side, which could obstruct the driver's view. Some vehicle models have wipers of the same length on both sides, but the hooks connecting the wiper blades to the arms are differentiated—left-side blade hooks have their openings on the right, and right-side hooks have their openings on the left. The wiper blades cannot be installed in reverse due to the hook orientation. 2. During rainy or snowy weather, windshield wipers are essential for providing clear visibility and preventing accidents caused by poor road visibility. Therefore, regular maintenance and timely replacement of wipers are crucial to ensure they function properly when needed.
I remember driving the Mondeo for so many years, telling the left and right wipers apart is super easy. The one on the left is the driver's side wiper, which is usually larger, about 24 inches long, covering the entire left side of the windshield for better visibility. The smaller one on the right, around 22 inches, is specifically for the passenger side. Before installing new wipers, I always take a photo of the old ones' positions to avoid mixing them up. Installing them wrong can cause annoying noises and obstruct vision, making rainy-day driving risky. Also, the rubber blades have arrows indicating the wiping direction—must face upward—and regularly spraying windshield washer fluid helps prolong their lifespan.
