D21 Hardbody XE 4WD L4-2389cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (KA24E) (1997)
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^ Rubbing action of contaminated wiper rubbers, or sand partials caught between the wiper and the glass, especially when operating the wipers in a dry
condition.
A magnifying glass (10X magnification) must be used to identify wiper scratches as a start point of cracks in the glass.
^ Inspect the wiper paths (may be a single scratch of a group of scratches)
^ Small scratches can cause a small rupture in the outer glass surface, which can lead to a crack from thermal conditions, vehicle vibration during
driving, or wind pressure.
A magnifying glass (10X magnification) must be used to identify metal object scratches as a start point of cracks in the glass.
^ Scratches can occur from metal objects such as keys and metal buttons.
^ These scratches are typically sharp and can be found anywhere on the glass surface.
^ Thoroughly examine the entire length of the crack to identify any scratch as a start point.
^ Small scratches can cause a small rupture in the outer glass surface, which can lead to a crack from thermal conditions, vehicle vibration during
driving, or wind pressure.
A magnifying glass (10X magnification) must be used to identify scratches caused by a contaminated towel as a start point of cracks in the glass.