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| Q. | Why should I buy a ClearTech Wiper Blade? Isn't every brand of windshield wiper blade pretty much the same? | |
| A. | Every
wiper blade is not the same! The weight of the windshield wiper blade
can make a significant difference in cleaning ability. |
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| Q. | How do I know when it's time to replace my wiper blade? | |
| A. | As
a safety precaution, a wiper blade should be replaced at the first
sign of wear. When you think about it, your windshield wiper blade
is the first line of defense against rough driving conditions. If
you can't see clearly when driving, you've got a problem. You don't
want to wait until something serious can happen when it's very economical
and easy to replace a worn wiper blade. Replace your wiper blade if
you notice any of the following: |
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| Q. | So, should I replace my windshield wiper blade every month? Once a year? When? | |
| A. | As a safety precaution, a windshield wiper blade should be replaced every 6 months to a year. Many vehicle owners replace their wiper blade in the fall to prepare for winter driving conditions, and again in the spring to be ready for the rainy season and sudden thunderstorms. | |
| Q. | Why does a wiper blade wear out? | |
| A. | Here are a few reasons why a windshield wiper blade will wear out: Dust. Sand. UV rays. Contaminates. Heavy usage. Washer fluid. Car wax. Heat. Salt. Exposure to elements. No preventive maintenance. Every windshield wiper blade manufacturer recommends that their wiper blades be periodically replaced, as all windshield wiper blade brands will eventually wear out due to these conditions. Hot, arid areas such as Arizona and Southern California need windshield wiper blade replacement as much as do snowy, rainy cold climates. Weather of all types takes its toll on even the best windshield wiper blade! | |
| Q. | How do I know what size of windshield wiper blade I need? | |
| A. | It's easy. The best way is to measure the length of the windshield wiper blade on your car and find a replacement wiper blade that size. Many car and truck manufacturers install a different sized windshield wiper blade on the passenger and driver sides. For example, the driver's side windshield wiper blade may be 20 inches long while the passenger's side wiper blade may be on 18 inches long. And, if you have a rear window wiper blade, it may only be 16 inches long. ClearTech's easy-to-use application guide lets you find the right windshield wiper blade for your vehicle without measuring. Simply enter the year; make and model of your vehicle and the guide will give you the correct size of windshield wiper blade needed. | |
| Q. | Just how technical is windshield wiper blade installation? I don't know if I can put a new windshield wiper blade on without help. | |
| A. | This is easy, too. Each ClearTech Windshield Wiper Blade comes with complete, easy-to-install instructions . Take a look at the windshield wiper blade arm to determine if you'll need one of the adapters that come with each ClearTech wiper blade. Match the windshield wiper blade arm to the instructions and, in a few minutes, you're all finished. | |
| Q. | Why not just install windshield wiper blade refills? (The rubber portion only.) | |
| A. | Finding the correct windshield wiper blade refill, removing the old wiper blade and trying to slide in the new wiper blade is more difficult than replacing the entire windshield wiper blade. You also risk the chance of improper installation, which may allow the windshield wiper blade arm to scratch the glass causing permanent damage to the window. Windshield wiper blade frames that aren't stainless steel wear out frequently, also. (A ClearTech windshield wiper blade uses only stainless steel frames.) Economically, it just isn't worth it sometimes. | |
| Q. | When I replace a windshield wiper blade on my vehicle, the wiper blade still doesn't clean the glass properly. Do you have any suggestions? | |
| A. | Your windshield may have an oily film from something like road spray or wax buildup. Wash your windows with soap and water or a household glass cleaner to remove these deposits. Never use an abrasive or petroleum based cleaner on glass. Then, install a ClearTech heavy windshield wiper blade for strong cleaning action. Here's another tip: the next time you go through a car wash, remove any wax remaining on the windshield right away. | |
| Q. | Should I clean the glass on my car before installing a ClearTech windshield wiper blade? | |
| A. | Sure. Use a household glass cleaner to regularly clean residue off the windshield of any vehicle before installing a new windshield wiper blade. Films and contaminates on windshields can cause smearing, streaking and other problems at any time. It would be a great idea to quickly clean the glass before installing a ClearTech windshield wiper blade - and periodically as long as you own the vehicle. | |
| Q. | Do I need a winter windshield wiper blade for ice and snow buildup? | |
| A. | Yes and no. A winter windshield wiper blade can be helpful under the right conditions. However, in almost every weather situation, a heavy ClearTech Windshield Wiper Blade will clean your windshield thoroughly. Obviously, some ice and sleet storms can be too much for any windshield wiper blade to handle. But, after trying a ClearTech windshield wiper blade, we are certain you'll be satisfied with its cleaning ability in most weather conditions. | |
| Q. | Why does a ClearTech Windshield Wiper Blade come in such "heavy-duty" packaging? | |
| A. | Okay, maybe we overkill our packaging a little, but we want to be certain your windshield wiper blade arrives in perfect condition. We use a heavy, plastic sleeve for extra protection. Extra pennies for the best packaging in the windshield wiper blade industry is fine with us. Each ClearTech windshield wiper blade package is reusable and comes in handy for storing items that need a long, protective case. | |
| Q. | Do you have any testimonials that show how well a ClearTech windshield wiper blade performs? | |
| A. | Yes. We have many. Here's one from Colleen S. in Minnesota: "Last August, my husband and I flew to Phoenix from Minneapolis to pick up a 1993 Volvo we bought from a neighbor of my parents. We drove it back to Minneapolis through Las Vegas, Utah, Colorado, Wyoming and South Dakota, and we encountered all kinds of weather during that trip. In Utah, while driving at night, we were hit by a tremendous thunderstorm - the kind where the semi's pull over to wait out the rain and hail. I mentioned to my husband that the wiper blades on this older car were really cleaning our windshield well in such conditions. My husband told me he had put on two, new ClearTech Windshield Wiper Blades before we left Phoenix, as he liked the way they worked on our cars in Minneapolis and thought this would be a good idea since we didn't know the Volvo very well. We never stopped driving in this storm, even as our wiper blades were on high speed for fifty miles! Your wiper blades worked great in one of the most frightening storms I have ever been in, and we want you to know!" Here's another (email) from John G. in Virginia: "...your wiper blades work great. I travel in my business and am a little particular about keeping my windows clear. I've tried other blades and the heavy windshield wiper blade you offer does a great job." Another email from "Pike" in Arizona: "...nice wiper blades. I'll reorder when I need new ones. I like the heavy feel when they wipe the glass..." |
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| Yes, you can order Windshield Wiper Blade Set by calling PCI at (800) 447-8760 or | ||
| (651) 482-9821. To find the correct size of windshield wiper blade for your vehicle click here . Contact us with questions about our High Tech Windshield Wiper Blade. |
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Control Industries, Inc. (PCI, Inc.) is a Minnesota Corporation providing
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