The new Rain-X Expert Fit blades are a great option for
maintaining the wiper blade technology and design originally
installed on the vehicle. For the last 40 years, RainX has
provided drivers with products to help them outsmart the
elements. All RainX products are designed to help keep our
customers a confident step ahead of Mother Nature on the road.
Rain-X Expert Fit Beam Wiper Provides original equipment quality
design for vehicles originally installed with beam blade
technology. Quality beam blade solution that meets or exceeds
original equipment manufacturers' standards . Curved to provide a
smooth wipe. Aerodynamic spoiler to reduce wind lift. Easy to
install Check Compatibility with your Vehicle : Click HerePRODUCT
BENEFITS Premium Beam Blade Technology Curved design provides a
smooth, virtually streak-free wipe Superior Wind Lift Performance
Asymmetrical spoiler provides best wind lift reduction at high
speeds Quiet, Chatter-free Wipe Tec3® rubber with protective
coating provides smooth, quiet wipe and protects against elements
Good Durability Optimal curvature and pressure distribution for
more even wear and extended blade life Wiper Blade Information &
Maintenance Rain‑X® Tips and Information to Help You Outsmart the
Elements™ Have You Changed Your Wiper Blades Lately? Wiper blades
should be replaced every six months to a year or as soon as you
notice a difference in driving visibility. When wiper blades no
longer make proper contact with the windshield surface, they can
begin to squeak, chatter, skip, smear or streak reducing driving
visibility. An easy way to remember to proactively change your
wiper blades is to replace them on Groundhog Day. Whether the
Groundhog predicts six more weeks of winter or an early spring,
new wiper blades are necessary to prepare you for 6 weeks of
harsh winter driving conditions or 6 weeks of Spring showers.
Either way, Rain‑X will help you prepare for the unexpected. When
inspecting wiper blades, look for the following:
* Broken frame – detachment of frame arms at joints or connection
points.
* Metal Corrosion – especially at joints and claws.
* Visible cracks, tears, and missing pieces in the rubber
squeegee’s edge.
* Flex rubber squeegee back and forth to see if it is still
flexible. Aged squeegees will have difficulty conforming to the
shape of your windshield and create streaks.
* Check squeegee 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 wiper blade has been securely installed on the
wiper arm.
* Check that squeegee is secure in the wiper frame.
Remember to check your wiper blades as part of your regular
preventative maintenance program!
Wiper Blade Maintenance Tips
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Visibility is fundamental to safe driving. Although drivers
depend on their vehicles’ wiper blades to clear away rain, sleet
and snow, many wait to replace them until they need them the
most. So remembering to maintain wiper blades regularly can
maximize visibility, efficiency and reliability.
Wiper blades deteriorate due to many environmental factors
including:
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* Sun: Ultraviolet light and ozone deterioration
* Oil: Car waxes and exhaust hold rubber-deteriorating oil
* Airborne debris: Sand, mud and dust carried in the wind
* Moisture: rain and salt water (in moist air both near the
shore and inland)
Remember, wiper blades should be checked every six months and
changed at least once a year. Evaluate both the rubber squeegee
and the metal frames to avoid common problems such as streaking,
skipping, chattering, wearing and splitting – all offenders of
reduced visibility and slowed reaction time while driving.
Common Wiper Problems
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* Streaking occurs when the rubber squeegee dries, hardens and
cracks. It can also be caused by tree sap, road tar and other
foreign substances collected on either the glass or the blade.
* Skipping occurs when the blade develops a curvature from lack
of use (e.g. left in the ‘parked position’ for an extended length
of time).
* Wearing occurs with extensive use and is when the rubber edges
are rounded instead of squared.
* Splitting is caused when the sun’s ultraviolet rays penetrate
the rubber squeegee, causing it to breakdown and separate from
the frame.
* Bent Refill Vertebra and Bent Frames cause inconsistent contact
with the glass surface, creating streaking or skipping.
Avoid these common problems and extend the life of your wiper
blades by following these simple steps:
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* Clean your windshield every time you fill your tank.
* Gently wipe the rubber squeegee with a damp paper towel to
remove any loose dirt or oil.
* Never use your windshield wipers to de-ice your windshield.
Instead, either use an ice scraper or use your defroster to melt
snow and ice.
* Pull your wiper blades away from the windshield during winter
months to prevent ice build up on the rubber squeegee and to
prevent them from sticking to the windshield.
Efficient wiper blades are as important to a vehicle’s safe
operation as clean oil and good tires. So remember to change your
wiper blades at least once a year, to inspect them frequently for
wear and tear and to enjoy the view!