Windshield wipers are, of course, an important safety system of your vehicle because they help ensure clear vision of the road even under adverse weather conditions. As wiper blades are made of rubber, they deteriorate over time, particularly from sunlight and from heavy use in clearing rain, debris, ice and snow.
Wiper blades should be inspected regularly and replaced when necessary. Depending on the weather conditions in your area, changing wiper blades in the spring and fall, or perhaps seasonally may provide you optimum visibility.
Warning Signs
- Chattering or squeaking sound
- Banding or streaking on the windshield
- Beading or fine water drops appearing on the windshield
- The rubber on the blades appears cracked or split
- The rubber is hard or "park set"
- A bent or damaged wiper frame
- Wear indicator(s) turning to yellow from black
If any of these symptoms arise, you should replace your blades/frame with replacement Motorcraft® parts.
Advantages of Motorcraft® Wiper Blades
- Motorcraft® high-quality blades are designed to meet Original Equipment (OE) specifications and many other-make applications
- Blades are designed to resist wind lift (common in longer wiper blades)
- Easy, one-step installation
- Components to fit every Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicle
- OE Exact Fit All-Season blades, Premium All-Season blades with Wear Indicator, or Winter wiper blades are available
Wiper Blade Selection
Motorcraft® Premium Wiper Blade with Wear Indicator
- Wear indicator changes from yellow to black to indicate replacement is needed
- DuoTec+TM Technology special rubber for superior wiper performance in all weather conditions
- All-metal frame provides durability and resistance to bending
Motorcraft® Winter Blade
- Neoprene anti-icing boot helps prevent icy build-up
- Multiple pressure points for even pressure on the windshield
- Blades built to withstand the toughest weather winter can deliver
Motorcraft® Exact Fit Blade
- Engineered and manufactured to fit specific arm types on Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles
- Easy to install - no need for adapters
- Built to meet OE specifications
When considering new wiper blades, remember that Motorcraft® wiper blades are designed to meet Ford OE specifications precisely, and may fit many other-make applications
