i-290 2WD L4-2.9L (2008)
Windshield: Customer Interest
Wipers/Washers - Poor Cleaning Performance
Bulletin No.: IB07-11-S008
Issue Date: JULY 2007
Windshield Wiper Performance, Cleaning Instructions And Maintenance
This Bulletin Supercedes IB06-11-S005
Affected Vehicles
2003-2008 Isuzu Ascender
2007-2008 Isuzu i-290/i-370 (TI)
2006 Isuzu i-280/i-350 (TI)
Service Information
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2008 model year.
Wiper Concerns
Most concerns about windshield wiper performance are the result of dirty wiper blades damaged wiper blades or worn out blades that are continuing to
be used beyond their useful life. Depending on environmental conditions wiper blades can have dramatic differences in lifespan. Here are some tips and
guidelines to maximize wiper performance to avoid damage to the blades and to avoid unnecessary replacements.
Many wiper blades are being replaced under warranty with reviews showing there is nothing wrong with the returned blades other than a build-up of dirt.
Additionally advise the customer to review the information in their Owner Manual.
Inspection and Cleaning
Scheduled Maintenance
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Inspect your wipers rubber blades every 4-6 months or 12,000 km (7,500 mi) for wear cracking or contamination.
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Clean the windshield and the rubber wiper blades (using the procedure below) if the blades are not clearing the glass satisfactorily. If this does not
correct the problem then replace the rubber elements.
Cleaning Procedure
IMPORTANT:
Avoid getting windshield washer fluid on your hands. Wear rubber gloves or avoid direct contact with washer fluid.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or petroleum based products to clean wiper blades.
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Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. You should see significant
amounts of dirt being removed on the cloth.
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Be sure to wash the windshield throughly when you clean the blades.
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Bugs, road grime, sap and build-up of car wash /wax treatments may additionally cause wiper streaking.
Tip
For a larger scale build-up on the windshield use a non-abrasive cleaner such as Bon-Ami* (www.faultless.com) cleanser with a wet sponge being sure to
use plenty of water to avoid scratching the glass. Flush the surface and body panels completely.
Tip
Interior glass should be cleaned with plain clean water to eliminate any film or haze on the window and help prevent fogging which may dissatisfy a
customer.
NOTE:
We believe this material to be reliable. There may be additional manufactures of such material. Isuzu Motors America, Inc. does not endorse,
indicate any preference for or assume any responsibility for the products or equipment from these firms or any such items which may be available
