What does the cap on the windshield wiper tank look like?
Note: In many vehicles, the windshield wiper tank is translucent, and the cap will have an image of water squirting onto a windshield. Also, it will often have the words “Washer Fluid Only” written on the cap.
How to replace windshield wiper blades on your car?
This video on how to replace wiper blades should help you to check your wiper blades, select the right replacement for your wiper blades and replace wiper blades. This video discusses two major types of wiper blade arm designs- the hook type wiper blade arm and the pin type wiper blade arm.
When to top off the windshield wiper fluid reservoir?
Most windshield wiper fluid tanks are clear so you should be able to see if there is fluid in the tank. If the fluid level is less than half full, you should top it off. Warning: It’s possible to mistake the anti-freeze or coolant reservoir for the windshield wiper fluid reservoir.
How do you fill a windshield wiper fluid tank?
Set the cap in a safe place or, if it is attached to the tank via a leash, move it aside so the opening is not blocked. Note: In many vehicles, the windshield wiper tank is translucent, and the cap will have an image of water squirting onto a windshield. Also, it will often have the words “Washer Fluid Only†written on the cap.
How to test the travel of a windshield wiper?
Test the travel of the arm for proper operation. Spray water or windshield wiper fluid onto your windshield. Next turn the ignition key on and then turn on the wipers. If the wiper arms clear each other, move smoothly and do not travel into the molding at the edge of the windshield, turn off the wiper switch and ignition key.
How do you replace a windshield wiper blade?
Turn the ignition key on, turn the wipers on and test the travel of the arm for proper operation. If the arm slips, you will need to replace it. Mark where the windshield wiper blade rests. If your wiper problem was not the result a loose nut, your wiper arm might be stripped out. In this case you need to replace it.
Note: In many vehicles, the windshield wiper tank is translucent, and the cap will have an image of water squirting onto a windshield. Also, it will often have the words “Washer Fluid Only” written on the cap.
What to do if your windshield wiper nut slips?
Place a rubber mat, cardboard or some other piece of material in the area around the base of the wiper arm and position it to protect the glass and paint finish in case a tool slips. Pry up the plastic dust cap covering the nut.