What should you ensure about your windshield and wipers for safe driving?

What should you ensure about your windshield and wipers for safe driving?

• A. Maintain a clean windshield and ensure wipers function properly
• B. Replace windshields every year
• C. Ensure wipers are off during rain
• D. Use only rear wiper blades

Answer: (C)

Clear visibility depends on a clean windshield and usable wipers. Keep the windshield free of dirt, oil, and cracks, and make sure the wiper blades and their mechanism are in good working order so they can wipe smoothly without chattering or leaving streaks. Check the blades for wear and replace them when they skip or smear. Ensure the windshield washer fluid is topped up and that the spray nozzles are aimed properly at the glass. In rain, use the wipers to maintain visibility; driving with rain on the windshield and no light wipe is unsafe. A rear wiper helps only the rear window and doesn’t substitute for front visibility. Regularly inspecting and maintaining these components helps you see clearly and react in time to hazards.

Clear visibility depends on a clean windshield and usable wipers. Keep the windshield free of dirt, oil, and cracks, and make sure the wiper blades and their mechanism are in good working order so they can wipe smoothly without chattering or leaving streaks. Check the blades for wear and replace them when they skip or smear. Ensure the windshield washer fluid is topped up and that the spray nozzles are aimed properly at the glass. In rain, use the wipers to maintain visibility; driving with rain on the windshield and no light wipe is unsafe. A rear wiper helps only the rear window and doesn’t substitute for front visibility. Regularly inspecting and maintaining these components helps you see clearly and react in time to hazards.