2009 Dodge Challenger Owner's Manual - Page 382

380 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, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any condition is amount of a high quality lubricant such as MOPAR Lock Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder. present please proceed to clean wiper blades with humid cloth removing any debris that may be affecting its Windshield Wiper Blades function. Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a Adding Washer Fluid mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula- The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the tions of salt or road film. fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt residual water. from a dry windshield.