{"id":40248,"date":"2026-07-21T16:05:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T08:05:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/?p=40248"},"modified":"2026-07-21T16:17:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T08:17:33","slug":"2026-wiper-maintenance-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carsome.my\/news\/item\/2026-wiper-maintenance-tips","title":{"rendered":"Tips to Keep Your Wipers in Top Condition"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Windscreen wipers are one of those things we completely ignore until it suddenly starts pouring and we are squinting just to see the car in front of us.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Keeping your wipers in top condition barely takes any effort, but it makes a massive difference when you are driving through a sudden thunderstorm, a heavy monsoon downpour, or even thick morning mist. Here are three quick habits to keep them working perfectly:<\/span><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

1. <\/b>Remove dirt and debris regularly<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

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Think about all the road dust, tree sap, and bird droppings that land on your car. If you don’t clean your wipers, you are basically dragging all that rough gunk right across your glass, which causes annoying streaks and tiny scratches.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

What to do:<\/b>
<\/span>Next time you wash your car or pump petrol, grab a damp cloth with a little wiper fluid. Gently wipe along the edge of the rubber blade until the cloth comes away clean. It is a simple habit that only takes a few seconds! <\/span><\/p>\r\n

2. Check for damage and replace if necessary
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Our Malaysian sun is absolutely brutal on rubber. Over time, the heat dries out the blades, making them stiff and brittle. If your wipers are leaving large patches of uncleared water on your windscreen, skipping across the glass, or making that terrible squeaking noise, they are definitely worn out. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

What to do:<\/b>
<\/span>Once a month, just run your finger along the rubber blade. If it feels cracked, torn, or jagged, it is time for a new set. Generally, you should replace them every 6 to 8 months to ensure they sweep smoothly and effectively.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

3. <\/b>Lift the wiper in hot weather to prevent sticking<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

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You have probably seen cars in open-air car parks with their wipers sticking straight up. There is actually a really good reason for it! A scorching hot windscreen can literally melt the thin edge of the rubber, baking it firmly onto the glass. If you turn your wipers on while they are stuck like that, it might tear the rubber right off. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

What to do:<\/b>
<\/span>If you are leaving your car out under the blazing sun for a few hours, just pop the wipers up. Even better, try to park in the shade or throw up a sunshade to keep the glass temperature down. <\/span><\/p>\r\n

How to change your own wipers<\/b><\/h3>\r\n

If it is time for a fresh set of wipers, you don’t necessarily need to visit a mechanic. Changing them yourself is easy! Here are the basic steps:<\/p>\r\n

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