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All You Need To Know About Maintaining Clear Windshields with Ford

Driving your Ford vehicle should be a joy and a pleasure – a part of this enjoyment comes from having a clear and clean windshield, free from smears and streaks. Few understand the role well-maintained wiper blades and glass cleanliness play in ensuring road visibility. One of the leading causes of blurred vision when operating your vehicle is a result of negligent wiper blades or unclean windshields. Here, we delve deeper into how you can maintain your Ford's windshield, improve your driving experience, and ensure utmost safety when navigating the roads of Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Kingsville, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, and Alice, TX.

Tackling Wiper Smears and Streaks

Are your windshield wipers leaving behind annoying streaks and smears that distort your view? Such issues often arise due to unclean wiper blades or a dirty windshield. The primary step to remedy this is to lift your wiper blades and thoroughly clean them, as well as the entire windshield glass.

Cleaning With Rotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate

To achieve the best results, it is advisable to clean your Ford vehicle’s windshield using a neutral detergent such as Rotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate or Rotorcraft Ultra-clear Spray Glass Cleaner. These well-formulated cleaning solutions help to dissolve even the most stubborn residues, leaving your windshield spotless and clear. Remember to use a soft cloth when cleaning to avoid scratching your windshield.

Dealing with Extreme Cases

In extreme cases, where stubborn streaks and smears persist, you might need to go a step further. Use a mild abrasive non-chlorinated cleaner to attack the stubborn dirt. Gently clean the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth, rubbing alcohol, or the premium windshield washer fluid.

Windshield Maintenance Services

If after thorough cleaning your wipers continue to smear your windshield, it may be time to bring your vehicle in for service. Your wiper blades might be due for a replacement. Ford offers a top-tier service department staffed with experienced technicians in Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Kingsville, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, and Alice, TX. We use only genuine Ford parts to ensure optimum performance and longevity of your vehicle.

Our Dealership Locations

Come experience superior Ford dealership service in Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Kingsville, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, and Alice, TX. Our dealerships are conveniently located, easily accessible, and committed to delivering unmatched customer service. We offer a range of vehicle maintenance services covering all aspects of your Ford vehicle. This includes windshield replacement, wiper blade replacement, and much more.

Act Today

Don't let a smeared or streaked windshield hinder your driving experience. Bring your Ford vehicle to any of our dealerships in Corpus Christi, Portland, Robstown, Aransas Pass, Rockport, Kingsville, Sinton, Port Aransas, Ingleside, or Alice, TX. Our expert technicians will diagnose and solve your issue in no time. Visit fordowner.com for more information or to book your service appointment today.

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