How to Lift Up Car Windshield Wipers?

[DiLucia]

To lift up car windshield wipers, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the car engine; 2. Within 10 seconds, activate the windshield washer switch by pulling the wiper lever toward the driver; 3. After pressing the windshield washer switch, the wipers will automatically move to the center position of the windshield; 4. Manually lift the wipers upright. To reset them, simply reverse the steps. If the wipers remain attached to the glass for a long time, it can accelerate the aging of the rubber and cause deformation. Windshield wipers, also known as wiper blades or windscreen wipers, are devices used to wipe away raindrops and dust from the vehicle's windshield, improving driver visibility and enhancing road safety.

[LeCali]

If you’re like me and often take care of your car yourself, this little trick for lifting the wipers will be super handy. First, remember to turn off the engine—safety comes first. Then, briefly turn on the wiper switch for about a second, letting it automatically move to the vertical position—usually stopping in the middle of the windshield like a little arrow—and immediately turn it off. At this point, you can gently lift the wiper blade away from the hood without worrying about pinching or scratching it. I do this often when washing my car—it makes cleaning dirt off the wiper blades easier, preventing oil buildup that affects performance, and lifting them before winter prevents freezing. After making this a habit, my wipers last noticeably longer, and replacing them becomes a breeze—saving both money and hassle!

[WilliamFitz]

Last week when I was washing the car, I forgot to lift the wipers, and water splashed everywhere, leaving the car dirty. Now I've learned the trick—it's quite simple: First, turn off the engine and remove the key, then activate the wipers to let them run briefly and stop at the vertical position. Once they stop, immediately cut the power. This allows me to easily lift the wiper blades away from the hood. Not only does this prevent water splashes during cleaning, but it also lets me check if the rubber blades are worn. A little hands-on maintenance goes a long way in ensuring peace of mind while driving. Just remember not to do this in rainy weather or with the engine running to avoid turning a small task into a mess.

[SanJude]

When I first started learning to drive, I foolishly tried to manually lift the wiper blades and nearly damaged the metal arms. The correct method is actually quite simple: after turning off the engine, activate the wipers for one second to position them midway, quickly power off, then gently lift the wiper blades. The whole process takes just a minute—safe and efficient. I’ve been using this method for car washes or blade replacements ever since without any issues, and even beginners can easily master it.