Wiper blades are essential for maintaining clear visibility through your windshield during adverse weather conditions such as rain, snow, or sleet. Clear visibility is vital for safe driving, allowing you to see obstacles, other vehicles, pedestrians, and road signs.
Properly functioning wiper blades contribute to overall road safety by ensuring that you can react promptly to changing driving conditions. If your wiper blades are worn out or damaged, they may leave streaks or smudges on the windshield, which can obstruct your view and increase the risk of accidents.
Worn or damaged wiper blades can scratch or damage your windshield. Over time, debris, dirt, and small particles can get trapped in the worn rubber of the blades, acting like sandpaper when the wipers are in use. This can lead to scratches and pitting on the windshield, impairing visibility and potentially necessitating costly repairs or replacement.
If your wiper blades are not working efficiently, the wiper motor has to work harder to move them across the windshield. This increased strain can lead to premature wear and failure of the wiper motor, which is a more expensive component to replace compared to wiper blades.
Maintenance
Regularly inspecting and replacing wiper blades is part of routine vehicle maintenance. By keeping your wiper blades in good condition, you contribute to the overall longevity and performance of your vehicle.
Acura RSX TypeS wiper blade installation
