There are a number of reasons for wipers to leave streaks across the windscreen during operation. The buildup of dirt, traffic film and other particles on the windscreen in addition to heavy frost, ice or snow build up around the blade will contribute to causing damage to the rubber element during operation.
The wipers will need to be replaced to rectify the issue. However to prevent subsequent damage to the new blades the following action should be undertaken:
There are a number of reasons for wipers to leave water haze across the windscreen during operation. The exposure to wide variations in temperatures whilst the wipers are parked without being used for long periods of time results in deformation of the wiper rubber. The age of the wiper is also a factor.
The wipers will need to be replaced to rectify the issue. However to prevent subsequent damage to the new blades the following action should be undertaken:
There are a number of reasons for wipers to judder across the windscreen and create noise during operation. The deformation of the rubber due to age can cause noise during operation. Additionally, a poorly fitted, loose / broken or incorrect type of mounting connector will result in the wiper juddering across the screen.
The wipers will need to be replaced to rectify the issue. However to prevent subsequent damage to the new blades the following action should be undertaken:
There are a number of reasons for wipers to leave an area unwiped during operation. A wiper blade rubber with a split or tear, a distorted wiper arm, or a wiper arm with a weak / broken spring causing tension loss will result in the rubber losing contact with the screen.
The wipers will need to be replaced to rectify the issue. However to prevent subsequent damage to the new blades the following action should be undertaken:
Valeo recommends changing your wiper blades once per year to ensure optimum wiping performance and safety.
Refer to the instructions on the packaging to install your wiper blade. If you still have questions or encounter any difficulty installing a Valeo truck wiper blade, please contact Valeo’s technical assistance hotline. Valeo’s team of experts is prepared to resolve any problem quickly and remotely, providing all necessary assistance during the parts installation process.
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