What to Do When Wipers Leave Water Marks?

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VictoriaFitz
07/30/25 1:55am
Here are the solutions for water marks left by wipers: 1. Poor quality of new wipers: The rubber is rough, which not only causes water marks (ineffective wiping) but also produces noise. Use sandpaper to smooth it out. 2. Uneven pressure: This leads to ineffective wiping. Adjust the distance between the springs. Alternatively, there may be impurities on the wiper, preventing it from wiping the glass effectively. Clean it if necessary. 3. Oil film on the glass: Oil film has strong water adhesion, making it difficult to remove even with wipers. To check for oil film, pour water on the glass. If small water droplets cling to it, it indicates the presence of oil film. Use a glass cleaner to remove the oil film thoroughly.
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