What to Do If Something Falls into the Front Windshield Vent?
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If something falls into the front windshield vent, you can use a vacuum cleaner or directly remove it. Below are the solutions for dealing with objects falling into the front windshield vent: Vacuum Cleaner: Turn on the vacuum cleaner and point its nozzle at the candle wax. Then, use a hard wire to break the candle wax into pieces, which can then be sucked away by the vacuum cleaner. Note that a large vacuum cleaner is needed, not a handheld car vacuum. If the angle between the windshield and the dashboard is too small to operate, then this method won't work. Remove the Front Windshield to Retrieve the Object: If the above method doesn't work, the only option is to remove the windshield. However, this is not cost-effective. First, the cost of removing and reinstalling the dashboard is high. Second, the process may loosen or break the dashboard clips, which could lead to unusual noises while driving.
Last time, a coin fell into the air vent on my car's windshield. I spent some time handling it myself and managed to do it quite easily. I found a slender, bent tweezer or chopstick, slowly inserted it, and carefully pulled the coin out. Make sure to turn off the engine for safety during the operation. If the object is stuck too deep, try using a vacuum cleaner with a soft hose attachment to suck it out, but avoid applying too much force to prevent damaging the fan blades. After dealing with it, I took the opportunity to check other vents and cleaned out the dust to prevent blockages. It's best to avoid placing small objects on the dashboard while driving—get into the habit of using cup holders or storage compartments to keep things organized. This can significantly reduce the chances of similar issues, saving both hassle and unnecessary repair costs.
