Car Care Guide - (Page 45) BE AWARE OF YOUR CAR Lighting and Wipers WHAT IS IT? Lights and wipers play a major role in safe driving – the chances for accidents increase if you can’t see or be seen. Some states have laws that require the headlights to be on with the wipers. If you detect any problems with your car’s lights or wipers, have them checked out at once. TYPICAL WEAR AND TEAR Lights and wipers are normal wear items that require periodic replacement. Factors affecting replacement intervals include: � Operating conditions (winter conditions are tough on wiper blades) � Frequency of use � Material and type of lights and wipers � Sunny weather – wiper blades can deteriorate faster and need more frequent replacement in desert states WHAT DOES IT DO? The wiper system keeps excessive water, snow or dirt from building up on the windshield and removes them to maintain clear visibility through the SYMPTOMS � Chattering or streaking wiper windshield. The lighting system provides nighttime visibility, signals � Rapid signal blinking and alerts other drivers, and supplies � Dimming lights light for viewing instruments and the vehicle’s interior. ARE YOU DURING NORMAL DRIVING, YOU MAY 45 AWARE? NOT NOTICE A LIGHT THAT ISN’T WORKING; INSPECT YOUR CAR’S LIGHTS AT EVERY OIL CHANGE.
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