1997 FORD EXPEDITION wiper blades

CHECKING AND ADDING
WASHER FLUID
Adding washer fluid
1. Lift the washer fluid reservoir
cover.
2. Add washer fluid until the level
reaches the FULL line.
Use only fluid that meets Ford
Specifications. Refer toCapacities
and specifications.
The addition of a bug shield to the
front of the vehicle may adversely
affect the washer system from
delivering fluid to the windshield.
Devices such as bug shields are
not recommended.
Windshield washer fluid
contains methanol and it is
poisonous. Follow all instructions
on the bottle of washer fluid.
What you should know about
washer fluid
In freezing weather [temperatures
below 0ÉC (32ÉF)], use washer
fluid containing a small amount of
antifreeze, such as methanol. State
or local regulations on volatile
organic compounds (VOCs) may
restrict the use of methanol, a
common type of antifreeze.
Use a non-methanol antifreeze in
freezing weather only if the fluid
does not damage the paint finish,
wiper blades and washer system.
WASHER FLUID
ONLY
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AIR CLEANER FILTER
MAINTENANCE
Refer to the ªService Guideº for
the appropriate intervals for
changing the air cleaner filter.
Do not start your engine
with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
CHANGING THE AIR FILTER
1. Loosen the clamp that secures
the air cleaner in place.
2. Separate the two halves of the
air cleaner.
3. Remove the air filter element
from the open end of the engine
air cleaner and replace it with a
new element. Be careful not to
crimp the filter edges between
halves. This could cause filter
damage if not properly seated.
4. Replace the two halves of the
air cleaner and secure the clamp.
For information on replacement air
filter elements, refer to the
Capacities and specifications
chapter.
CHECKING AND REPLACING
WIPER BLADES
Checking wiper blades
Check the windshield wiper blades
at least twice a year or whenever
they seem to work less effectively
than usual. Substances such as
tree sap and some hot wax
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treatments used by commercial car
washes can reduce the
effectiveness of wiper blades.
To make reaching the wiper blades
easier, simply:
1. Turn the ignition to the 3(On)
position.
2. Turn the wipers on.
3. Wait for the wipers to reach a
vertical position and turn the
ignition to 2(Lock).
²Do not move the wipers
manually across the windshield,
this may cause damage to both
wipers and windshield.
Replacing front wiper blades
If the wiper blades do not function
properly after cleaning,
replacement of the blade assembly
or the blade element may be
necessary.
The blade lengths for your vehicle
are as follows:
²Front wiper blades Ð
approximately 56 cm (22 in)
²Rear wiper blades Ð
approximately 41 cm (16 in)
3
2
1
5
4
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2
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5
4
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To replace the wiper blades:
1. Pull the wiper arm away from
the windshield and lock into
service position (front wiper only).
2. Turn the blade at an angle from
the wiper arm. Push the lock pin
with a screwdriver to release the
blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to
remove it from the wiper arm.
3. Attach the new wiper blade to
the wiper arm and press it in place
until a click is heard.
Replacing rear wiper blades
Unlike the front wiper, the rear
wiper arm does not have a service
position. Instead, follow these
steps to change the rear wiper
blade:
1. Lift the rear wiper arm out of
the ramp position.
2. Pull out the arm and release the
blade latch.
3. Manipulate the blade to remove
it.
²To rotate the liftgate wiper for
removal, lift the wiper arm out
of stop and pull the wiper arm
away from liftgate at a 45É
angle.
4. Attach the new wiper blade to
the wiper arm and press into place
until a click is heard.
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Cleaning the exterior lamps
Wash the exterior lamps with the
same detergent you used to wash
the exterior of your vehicle. Use
glass cleaner or tar remover if
necessary.
To avoid scratching the lamps, do
not use a dry paper towel,
chemical solvents or abrasive
cleaners to clean the lamps.
Cleaning the wiper blades
If the wiper blades do not wipe
properly, clean both the windshield
and wiper blades using undiluted
windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with
clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene,
paint thinner or other solvents.
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