Installation
This is just a general installation guide. Each model from us has installation guide video. Please ask it from our technical support sales@votekwiper.com.
Hook Type
1) Press the U-clip onto central rivet;
2) Insert the wiper arm through the blade hole, pull it back so it hooks over the U-clip;
3) Pull on the wiper blades until the projection on the clip snaps into the wiper blade hole.
Bayonet Type
1) Press the adaptor onto the central rivet;
2) Insert the arm under holder until the projection on the arm fits in to the hold in the holder;
3) Continue pressing the blade until it is all the way in.
Pin Type
1) Pull up the stopper on the connector;
2) Insert the pin on the wiper blade into the hole in the end of the arm until you can see the pin protrude from the other side.
Maintenance
A windshield wiper has no protective cover so it begins deteriorating the very minute it’s installed to the vehicle.
Symptoms of Damaged Wipers:
Visible damage
Splitting, cracking, corrosion, deformation, foreign matter buildup and discoloration
Audible damage
Causes noise with blade vibration and chattering
Damage that can be felt
Hardening of the rubber, loose rivets
The Problems and The Causes
Streaking – Streaking is the result of rubber that has dried, hardened and cracked. It can also be tree sap, road tar or other substances on the blade rubber.
Worn Rubber – Rounding of the wiping edge of the blade due to excessive use.
Chattering – This is a “chattering sound” resulting when the windshield wiper passes over the windshield. It occurs because of the “permanent set” or “curve” in the rubber. Blades usually become warped while the vehicle is parked and the rubber is stationary.
Split/Torn Rubber – This can be a result of the effect of the sun’s ultraviolet rays and the negative consequences of ozone on the rubber causing the rubber blades to split or tear.
Shredded Rubber – This condition is usually caused by the excessive play found in loose fitting or worn adaptors.
Bent Wiper Frame – Washing your car in an automatic car wash is usually the cause of a bent wiper frame.