Maintenance
WIPER BLADES
Contamination of either the wind- Windshield wiper blade
shield or the wiper blades with for-
eign matter can reduce the effective-
ness of the windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commer-
replacement
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
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cial car washes. If the blades are not ✽ NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers manual-
ly.
wiping properly, clean both the win-
dow and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
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Wiper blade maintenance
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NOTICE
✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield dif-
ficult to clean.
To prevent damage to the wiper The use of a non-specified wiper
blade could result in wiper malfunc-
kerosene, paint thinner, or other sol- tion and failure.
vents on or near them.
blades,
do
not
use
gasoline,
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| Categories | Kia Manuals, Kia Sportage Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2006 |
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