2014 Dodge Durango Owner Manual - Page 576

574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE attention should also be given to hood latching compo- Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from nents to ensure proper function. When performing other the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with underhood services, the hood latch, release mechanism petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated. NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies dependThe external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small performance of blades may be present with chattering, amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR® marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. Windshield Wiper Blades Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the Rear Wiper Blade Removal/Installation windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a 1. Lift the pivot cap on the rear wiper arm upward, this mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumulawill allow the rear wiper blade to be raised off of the tions of salt or road film. liftgate glass. Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt from a dry windshield.