1996 FORD ESCORT wiper blades

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To clean the windshield, push in the end of the
wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob
pushed in. After you release the knob, the
wipers operate for two or three cycles before
turning off (if wipers were off) or retruning to
the interval setting selected.
[SC01600(ALL)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
[SC01650(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
In freezing weather, warm up the
windshield with the defroster before you
use the washer fluid. If you do not do
this, the washer solution may freeze on
the windshield and obscure your vision.
This may result in a collision, possibly
injuring you and others.
[SC01700(ALL)08/95]
For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and wipersin the Index.
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302(temperatures below32ÊF [0ÊC]).State or local
regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,
wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
[SV22600(ALL)03/95]
Washer Fluid for the Liftgate (Wagon only
Ð if equipped)
[SV22625(ALL)10/89]
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Location of the rear windshield washer reservoir
[SV22650(ALL)09/95]
The wagon's rear reservoir is located on the
passenger side of the storage compartment. You
must remove the access cover to find the washer
reservoir cap. The reservoir must be filled slowly
to allow air trapped in the reservoir to escape.
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Wiper Blades
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[SV23300(ALL)03/95]
Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice
a year. Also check them whenever they seem
less effective than usual. Substances such as tree
sap and some hot wax treatments used by
commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness
of wiper blades.
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[SV23400(ALL)09/95]
If the blades do not wipe properly, clean both
the windshield and the wiper blades. Use
undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clear water. Do
not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents to clean your wiper blades. These will
damage your blades.
[SV23450(ALL)07/93]
Inspect the wiper arm pivots on a regular basis
to ensure that the wiper arms move freely.
Lubricate the pivot points if necessary.
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Wiper arm pivot points
[SV23500(ALL)03/95]
To make reaching the wiper blades easy, simply
turn the ignition switch to the ON position and
turn the wipers on. Wait for them to reach a
vertical position and turn the ignition to OFF.
Do not move the wipers manually. Manually
moving the wipers across the windshield may
damage them.
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[SV23600(ALL)03/01]
Wiper blade replacement
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[SV23700(ALL)09/95]
If the wiper blades still do not work properly
after you clean them, you may need to replace
the wiper blade assembly or the blade element.
When replacing the wiper blade assembly, blade
refill, or wiper arm always use a Motorcraft part
or equivalent.
[SV23750(ALL)08/93]
NOTE: There are two different length wiper
blades on your vehicle. The driver-side
wiper blade is 20 inches (50 cm) long,
and the passenger-side wiper blade is
17 inches (45 cm) long. Ensure that you
install the correct size wiper blade in
the correct location.
[SV23755(ALL)08/95]
To replace the wiper blades:
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1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
windshield and lock into the service position.
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2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper
arm. Push the lock pin with a screwdriver to
relase the blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
[SV23770(ALL)08/95]
3. Attach a new wiper blade to the wiper arm
and press it into place until you hear it click.
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Replacing the wiper blades
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Index 387
Wheels
anti-theft lugnuts........... 255
cleaning............... 312
covers................ 251
inspection and maintenance...... 306
lug nuts............... 251
replacement............. 309
Windows
manual windows, operating...... 172
power windows, operating...... 173
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and adding fluid....... 301
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 302
liftgate reservoir........... 302
reservoir............... 301
specifications...........301, 349
Wrecker towing............. 257
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