KIA Magentis 2006 - Manual (Page 198)

4. Re-install in the reverse order of removal.
Replace the element according to the
Scheduled Maintenance.
If the vehicle is operated in extremely
dusty or sandy areas, replace the
element more often than at the usual
recommended intervals.
WIPER BLADES
WIPER BLADE
MAINTENANCE
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the
windshield wipers. Common sources of
contamination are insects, tree sap, and
hot wax treatments used by some
commercial car washes. If the blades are
not wiping properly, clean both the
window and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and
thoroughly rinse with clear water.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE
REPLACEMENT
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the wiper blades may be worn
or cracked, requiring replacement.
MAINTENANCE
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CAUTION
• Do not drive with the air cleaner
removed; this will result in
excessive engine wear.
• Driving without an air cleaner
encourages backfiring, which
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
✻ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield
difficult to clean.
✻ NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
✻ NOTICE
To prevent damage to the wiper
arms or other components, do not
attempt to move the wipers
manually.
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