Install Heated Windshield Wipers
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Prepping for the First Blizzard of the Year & we break down in the middle of the Storm 4 k video
What happens here
This step details the installation of heated windshield wiper blades onto a plow truck, providing enhanced visibility during snowy conditions. First, run the wiring for the wiper blades from the windshield base through the firewall into the truck's cabin. Connect the power wires (positive and negative) to the vehicle's electrical system, typically directly to the battery for the positive, and to a ground point for the negative. Inside the cabin, identify a suitable location to install a toggle switch. Wire the switch into the power line, allowing for independent control of the heated function. This setup lets you turn the heat on or off separately from the regular wiper function. The installer mentions that this is a moderately difficult task due to the need for disassembling parts of the dashboard and correctly splicing into the vehicle's electrical system.
Goal: Install heated windshield wiper blades for improved visibility during snow.
Tools and materials
- Crimping Tool — Securing wire connectors
- Screwdrivers/Panel Removal Tools — Disassembling dashboard components to access wiring and install the switch
- Voltmeter/Multimeter — Testing electrical connections
- Wire Strippers/Cutters — Preparing electrical wires for connection
- Wiring Kit — Connecting the wiper blades to the vehicle's electrical system and providing control
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