Kia Sportage Front Wiper Blades Trico Clear 1996-2002

Item:
Pair of front wiper blades
Trico Clear
Part# TCL500 / TCL500
Drivers Side = 500mm / 20 inches
Passengers Side = 500mm / 20 inches

Vehicle Application:
1996 - 2002 Kia Sportage models
These blades are designed to replace factory standard blades
**Compare and check sizing with your vehicle as yours may have been changed previously and won't match**

Trico® Clear™

TRICO CLEAR combines all weather performance, trade quality and outstanding durability at a mid range price. The UV stabiliser, 100% rubber element is resistant to layover, provides quiet operation and superior wipe quality. Powder coated galvanised steel frame and stainless steel support rails structural integrity and long term resistance to corrosion.

As will all TRICO wiper blades, installation is very simple. The adaptors included in each pack allow simple and fast fitting to the majority of popular vehicles on Australian roads. Detailed fitting instructions are printed on the back of the pack.

Specifications

• Galvanised steel frame
• Powder coated finish
• Moulded 100% natural rubber
• UV Stabilised
• Stainless steel support rails

Trico® Wipe Performance Diagnosis

Inside the Vehicle

Squirt the washers and do a visual wipe test.
Look and listen for the 6 symptoms of poor performance;

• Streaking - fit a new blade
• Smearing - clean the screen & blade or fit a new blade
• Squeaking - fit a new blade
• Shuddering - fit a new blade
• Fishtailing - fit a new blade
• Unwiped - clean the screen & blade or fit a new blade

Outside the Vehicle

Visually inspect the blade assembly for damage and 'layover'. Layover is usually caused by excessive wear in the blade assembly. Change blade if required.

Lift the blade assembly up off the windscreen. Grab the wiper insert or rubber element in the centre directly opposite the blade to arm adaptor. Check for lateral (sideways) movement. If you can move the insert 5mm or more in total the blade assembly should be replaced.

Lateral wear of the blade-to-arm adaptor can produce excessive movement. Check for excessive movement or 'wobble' of the blade assembly away from the wiper arm. If there is free-play here it will accentuate the lay-over effect, significantly reducing the life of the wipers. If wear is found in the adaptor, the blade assembly should be replaced.