See Clearly. Drive confidently. How to Check your Wiper Blades
and Signs of Wear.

Wiper blades and driving safety

What to look for when inspecting wiper blades

• Broken or Bent frame – detachment of primary levers or blade claws from metal frame arms at rivet points.
• Metal Corrosion – especially at rivet points and claws.
• Visible cracks, tears, and missing pieces in the rubber element’s edge.
• Flex rubber element back and forth to see if it is still flexible. Aged elements will have difficulty conforming to the curve of your windshield and create streaks.
• Check element wiping edge for rounded edges which can prevent the wiper blade from making strong contact with the windshield and reduces wipe quality.
• Tug to ensure the wiper blade has been securely installed on the wiper arm.
• Check that rubber element is secure in the wiper frame.
• Look and remove debris from trees or road that is collected near the wiper cowl.