The windows of our car They are vitally important elements while driving, and unfortunately they are not always given the necessary attention. In summer we must take it even more into consideration. You know why? How can we keep them in good condition? It is easier than you think.
Keep in mind that the windows of the car, especially the front window, are the ones that allow us to see everything that happens on the road. Therefore, on these dates when temperatures are extreme, there is a lot of dust and insects multiply, we must pay more attention to the windshield. Following these tips will significantly improve security.
Cracks and chips on the windshield
You already know that any glass can be broken or damaged by extreme temperatures, as well as by sudden temperature changes. For example, we leave the car parked on the street for many hours and when we get in the first thing we do is turn on the air conditioning.
A small chinazo unimportant can be complicated by such a sudden change in temperature. That is why it is important to repair these simple “wounds” on the windshield as soon as possible. Another tip for these situations is not to activate the air conditioning at maximum performance at the beginning and also avoid directing the ventilation towards the rear window.
Periodically check the condition of the brushes
With the heat and dryness wiper blades deteriorate considerably. Checking their condition does not take more than a minute, because by their visual appearance we can see if they are in good condition or if they need to be replaced.
The worn brushes They don't clean the window well when it rains, and that's a serious problem in such conditions. In addition, they also scratch the glass little by little, which does not exactly benefit us in the long term. In short, we will lose a lot of visibility.
Are you sure you have enough windshield washer fluid?
I'm sure this has happened to you at some point. Dust on the car and rain, you turn on the windshield wipers, the glass gets even dirtier, you activate windshield washer fluid and… surprise, it doesn't work. You find yourself driving in the rain and with poor visibility.
That is why it is important check periodically windscreen washer fluid and top it up with a specific product. In addition, do not just fill it, it is also highly advisable to test that it works correctly, since the small electric bomb responsible for carrying the liquid to the glass can also be damaged.
Another piece of advice is do not activate the windshield washer fluid when the sun is facing us, especially if the moon is dirty. We will lose visibility for a few seconds, something very dangerous especially at high speed. Better to take advantage of a rest stop to clean it standing up and thus not get scared.
Remove bugs and droppings from the windshield
You know that in summer mosquitoes and other insects They seem to want to take over the front of our cars. Beyond the poor appearance of the vehicle, visibility is noticeably reduced. Therefore, we must wash it frequently, since the more time stamps spend on the windshield, the more difficult it will be to remove them.
We can take advantage of any rest stop to give a hose to the moon, since if we try to remove it with the windshield wiper, the result will be even worse, spreading the bugs (or what is left of them) all over the glass and blurring it.
dust and moisture
On the other hand, when we go to beach areas there is always a lot dust, grit and moisture. Undoubtedly a bad combination to keep the car clean, logically also affecting the windows.
If we are from the interior, we may not be too used to it. That is why it is more than important wash the car before starting the trip (or at least the crystals), as soon as possible, because visibility is greatly impaired. The same happens with bird droppings, it is better to remove them as soon as possible.
And the rain that turns to mud
As we said above, in summer and especially in coastal areas, there is much more dust in the environment. Therefore, if a downpour falls, a mixture will be made that becomes a slight mud. Obviously this smear also sticks to the windows, making it difficult to see.
As in the previous case, if we activate the windshield wiper we will extend it more throughout the glass, so it is advisable to give a hose of pressurized water to remove it safely and completely.
Source – Carglass