Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Checking the wiper blades

Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade


Run the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade to check for roughness.

Clean the wiper blades with washer fluid or water applied with a soft sponge or cloth.

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