What is the correct way to use windshield wipers?
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The correct way to use windshield wipers is: 1. Push the entire wiper control lever down one position for single wipe mode; 2. Push up one position for intermittent wiping mode; 3. Push up two positions for low-speed wiping mode; 4. Push up three positions for high-speed wiping mode; 5. Pull back one position for front wiper washer; 6. Push forward one position for rear wiper washer. The maintenance methods for wipers are: 1. Clean the wipers regularly; 2. Regularly check if the car wipers can work properly; 3. Do not force the wipers when there are objects on the windshield; 4. Use slow wiping mode; 5. Lift the wipers when parking under direct sunlight; 6. Use dedicated automotive cleaning agents.
With twenty years of experience using windshield wipers, I've learned to adjust the speed flexibly according to the rain intensity. Use the intermittent setting for drizzles and the high-speed setting for heavy rain. Never operate the wipers on a dry windshield as it can leave scratches. Don't wait until the windshield is completely dirty before using the washer fluid – accumulated grime can damage the rubber blades. I always keep a bottle of degreasing washer fluid handy, replace the blades before rainy seasons, and park in shaded areas to avoid direct sunlight exposure. Worn-out blades tend to squeak. Remember to turn off the wipers at red lights to prevent battery drain when the engine is idling at low speeds.
