4 Signs That You Need To Change Your Wiper Blades | Infographic

Four wiper warning signs: damaged rubber, persistent streaks, skipping or chattering, and large uncleared areas.
Illustration: four wiper warning signs: damaged rubber, persistent streaks, skipping or chattering, and large uncleared areas.
  1. Cracked or torn rubber

    Look for splits, tears or missing pieces along the wiping edge.

  2. Persistent streaks

    Lines or smears remain after the glass and blades are cleaned.

  3. Skipping or chattering

    The blade jumps or judders instead of sweeping smoothly.

  4. Large uncleared areas

    Patches stay wet where the blade should be clearing the glass.

Dirt can mimic wear. Follow your manual; replace damaged blades and have persistent problems checked.