# \#windshields **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/windshields/8009.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Rearview mirror ripped chunk out of windshield - how to fix without replacing windshielf?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-ripped-chunk-out-of-windshield-how-to-fix-without-replacing-windshielf/190448)
**Author:** [@Josebaum7](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Josebaum7)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2023, 2:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rearview-mirror-ripped-chunk-out-of-windshield-how-to-fix-without-replacing-windshielf/190448 "2023-05-06T02:52:43Z")
Last week while adjusting my rearview mirror it fell off the windshield with a chunk of the windshield attached. I am dumbfounded. I did not even pull that hard on it! Nonetheless, I have tried reattaching the rearview m… --- ## [2023 Hyundai Santa Fe - Soft glass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-hyundai-santa-fe-soft-glass/189321)
**Author:** [@Rlehto1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rlehto1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2023, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2023-hyundai-santa-fe-soft-glass/189321 "2023-02-25T22:22:27Z")
Light scratches on the windshield of my car have never had a problem before on any of my cars and I have had many in the past 55 years many new ones and this glass scratches very easily have never used anything on it I h… --- ## [2018 Subaru Crosstrek - Tell me about windshield calibration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-tell-me-about-windshield-calibration/185808)
**Author:** [@Levis21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Levis21)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2022, 7:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-subaru-crosstrek-tell-me-about-windshield-calibration/185808 "2022-08-15T19:20:37Z")
windshield replacement & calibration --- ## [2020 Ford Escape - Windshield issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-escape-windshield-issue/183682)
**Author:** [@KRhodes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KRhodes)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2022, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2020-ford-escape-windshield-issue/183682 "2022-04-22T00:00:54Z")
I have a 2020 Ford Escape. I bought the car new and have had it about 1 1/2 yrs. In this time I have had to replace the windshield 3 times! The cracks are always caused by a chip from rocks/gravel being thrown up by oth… --- ## [2022 Kia Sorento - Cracked windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-kia-sorento-cracked-windshield/182261)
**Author:** [@DY25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DY25)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2022, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-kia-sorento-cracked-windshield/182261 "2022-02-05T17:11:37Z")
I purchased my 2022 Sorento in Dec 2021 and by end of January 2022 I am needing to replace my windshield due to a growing crack that I am unaware of how it even got there. --- ## [Cracked Windshield from the INSIDE repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-windshield-from-the-inside-repair/172023)
**Author:** [@T86yota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/T86yota)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2020, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cracked-windshield-from-the-inside-repair/172023 "2020-11-07T13:53:45Z")
Hey guys, so I was a careless idiot and managed to bump something to the back windshield and there appears to be a crack there (from the inside of the car). It seems like it’s started to spread a little and I just don’t … --- ## [Windshield Wipers Froze, No Longer Work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-froze-no-longer-work/58759)
**Author:** [@liantics](https://community.cartalk.com/u/liantics)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2020, 3:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wipers-froze-no-longer-work/58759 "2020-10-27T03:53:29Z")
Last time I drove, it was pouring out, so my wipers were on. I cleverly forgot to turn them off when I parked, and we got dumped with snow that night. In the AM, I started the car to get the defroster going while I scrap… --- ## [Windshield has paint pen residue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-has-paint-pen-residue/157239)
**Author:** [@runmom1\_161197](https://community.cartalk.com/u/runmom1_161197)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2020, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-has-paint-pen-residue/157239 "2020-01-25T15:01:51Z")
I’ve got a new Ford Escape and whenever it’s damp, or I run the wipers, in the upper passenger window I see the residue from letters REBATE, from the dealer that had it originally (my dealer did a trade so I could have i… --- ## [Windsheild looks like some hit it from the inside?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windsheild-looks-like-some-hit-it-from-the-inside/147000)
**Author:** [@dtr146](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dtr146)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2019, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windsheild-looks-like-some-hit-it-from-the-inside/147000 "2019-08-19T14:32:36Z")
I was on my way to work and I noticed there was a crack in my windshield. upon inspection on the crack, i realized its only cracked on the inside. I can not feel the damage on rhe outside at all. It was pretty hot toda… --- ## [2011 Ford Edge windshield wipers won't turn on (RESOLVED)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-windshield-wipers-wont-turn-on-resolved/134449)
**Author:** [@Seth\_McFarland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Seth_McFarland)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2019, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-ford-edge-windshield-wipers-wont-turn-on-resolved/134449 "2019-02-12T17:02:29Z")
Hi All, Recently I accidentally hit a pothole going pretty fast (40 mph) and ever since then my windshield wipers won’t work correctly. My rear wipers won’t turn on at all, regardless of speed or the wash button. The fr… --- ## [Smelling Windshield Wiper Fluid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smelling-windshield-wiper-fluid/43848)
**Author:** [@macgyver4senate](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macgyver4senate)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2018, 2:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smelling-windshield-wiper-fluid/43848 "2018-07-17T14:41:06Z")
Every single time I use the windshield wiper fluid, I can smell it coming through the vents on my 2003 Ford Ranger (it smells almost like really bad yogurt). Any idea what this could be coming from? Also, recently the … --- ## [2015 Dodge Journey windshield with spider crack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-windshield-with-spider-crack/116066)
**Author:** [@Chris39](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Chris39)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2018, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-dodge-journey-windshield-with-spider-crack/116066 "2018-04-23T21:05:11Z")
Where’s the best place to get a spider crack in a windshield fixed? --- ## [Windshield washer leaks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-washer-leaks/3603)
**Author:** [@MARILENE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MARILENE)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2016, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-washer-leaks/3603 "2016-12-02T03:05:32Z")
What are the mechanics missing when they cannot find the cause of the washer to be leaking even if I have not used it at all? I have 3 different shops tell me the same thing...'don't know why it leaks; we've torn it apa… --- ## [Smear Campaign Against Me!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smear-campaign-against-me/96240)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2016, 9:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smear-campaign-against-me/96240 "2016-10-31T21:37:40Z")
My Granddaughter was doing an inside/outside cleaning job on my car a while back. She must have thought that Armorall type preservative would be a good thing on the windshield! So now when it rains, especially when even… --- ## [Windshield seal crack - do I really need to replace whole windshield?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-seal-crack-do-i-really-need-to-replace-whole-windshield/90181)
**Author:** [@ami](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ami)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2015, 7:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-seal-crack-do-i-really-need-to-replace-whole-windshield/90181 "2015-06-05T19:32:06Z")
My 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor has water on the driver's side floor board. I've seen lots of discussion online about this being caused by the HVAC system, but wanting to be extra sure before spending $1k on said repair, I … --- ## [Leak on driver's side when it rains. From windshield replacement or air intake? Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-on-drivers-side-when-it-rains-from-windshield-replacement-or-air-intake-help/85131)
**Author:** [@glassgrrl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/glassgrrl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2014, 4:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leak-on-drivers-side-when-it-rains-from-windshield-replacement-or-air-intake-help/85131 "2014-05-23T04:30:44Z")
Hi there! I have a 2002 Honda Civic LX. I replaced the windshield about 2 years ago. Coincidentally, soon after that, I started to noticed dampness on the driver's side floor. Thought I accidentally left window cracked … --- ## [Windshield replacement question (2009 Jeep Liberty)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-replacement-question-2009-jeep-liberty/84709)
**Author:** [@skandersen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skandersen)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2014, 12:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-replacement-question-2009-jeep-liberty/84709 "2014-04-25T00:56:22Z")
The molding on the top edge of my windshield recently flew out while I was driving along a highway. My insurance company recommended a windshield replacement company for me, and I just took my Jeep to them to repair the … --- ## [Windshield fluid hose issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-fluid-hose-issue/84019)
**Author:** [@mallieable](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mallieable)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2014, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-fluid-hose-issue/84019 "2014-03-03T21:10:10Z")
I have a 2002 Camry, and I'm having an issue with the hose that connects the windshield fluid reservoir to the nozzles in the hood. It keeps on coming disconnected after a second or two of pumping fluid. Is it ok to use … --- ## [Windshield Replacement - do windshields have satellite antennas in them?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-replacement-do-windshields-have-satellite-antennas-in-them/83637)
**Author:** [@kerid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kerid)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2014, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-replacement-do-windshields-have-satellite-antennas-in-them/83637 "2014-02-11T01:20:48Z")
I have a Ford Taurus X, 2008. I need to replace the windshield. I learned the hard way on my last car that some windshields contain antennas and other information in them. I called the Ford dealership and the parts per… --- ## [Cold Snap Snaps Front Windshield](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-snap-snaps-front-windshield/83030)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2014, 6:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-snap-snaps-front-windshield/83030 "2014-01-08T06:34:43Z")
Is it possible to temporarily seal and brace up a front windshield that has a crack in it from side to side, due to cold weather, I'm told? And would replacing it with a used one, on a 2003 Dodge Intrepid be something a … --- ## [Buick LeSabre windshield leaking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lesabre-windshield-leaking/81990)
**Author:** [@mgio92](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mgio92)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2013, 8:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lesabre-windshield-leaking/81990 "2013-10-30T08:01:43Z")
My 2005 Buick LeSabre is leaking when parked on a hill, facing downhill. The water ends up on the driver's side floor mat near the pedals. Where could it be coming from? And how do I fix it? --- ## [New windshield condensation like never before](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-windshield-condensation-like-never-before/79934)
**Author:** [@swdc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swdc)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2013, 5:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-windshield-condensation-like-never-before/79934 "2013-06-21T17:49:29Z")
Hi everyone. I have been driving my Subaru Outback for almost 60,000 miles over the past 7 years, all over the country, so I know it pretty well. I just replaced the windshield for the first time, due to a crack. I chose… --- ## [Replace my cracked windshield before selling it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-cracked-windshield-before-selling-it/79784)
**Author:** [@stephgreene](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stephgreene)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2013, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-my-cracked-windshield-before-selling-it/79784 "2013-06-11T03:05:47Z")
I have a 2010 Mini Cooper that is fully loaded, in perfect condition, and low miles, except a crack in the windshield. I have had the windshield crack repaired, but it's still visible, and I am planning on selling it in … --- ## [Wacky Windshield Wipers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wacky-windshield-wipers/72781)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2012, 9:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wacky-windshield-wipers/72781 "2012-06-02T09:11:33Z")
I have a 2000 Buick Century. The wiper controls are all goofy. The delay seldom ever works, just goes into slow steady speed most of the time. And they go through several more cycles when wipers are shut off. No doubt so… --- ## ['98 Camry window molding cracks, paint peeling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-camry-window-molding-cracks-paint-peeling/69420)
**Author:** [@bkmo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkmo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2011, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-camry-window-molding-cracks-paint-peeling/69420 "2011-11-13T02:35:43Z")
I have a '98 Camry. The windshield and side window rubber gaskets/molding is cracking, and there's paint peeling on the roof. I have 166k on it and it runs fine. Do I need to do something about these issues? I'm concerne… --- ## [My windshield wipers have a mind of their own](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-windshield-wipers-have-a-mind-of-their-own/69390)
**Author:** [@Rena](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rena)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2011, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-windshield-wipers-have-a-mind-of-their-own/69390 "2011-11-11T00:52:41Z")
Ok, so I have replaced the switch on my windshield wipers brought the car into the shop on several occasions and no one can figure out what is going on. Right now they are gerryrigged to bypass the breaker so they can a… --- ## [PT Crusier (2006 Touring ed.) still at the dealer after 8 weeks because the wipers are stuck "on"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-crusier-2006-touring-ed-still-at-the-dealer-after-8-weeks-because-the-wipers-are-stuck-on/69304)
**Author:** [@jenhim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jenhim)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2011, 9:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pt-crusier-2006-touring-ed-still-at-the-dealer-after-8-weeks-because-the-wipers-are-stuck-on/69304 "2011-11-08T21:01:10Z")
Last August, during a heat wave, I was picking raspberries in a field west of Portland, OR. When I got into my dusty car to go home, the windshield wipers came on. When I tried to turn them off, I realized they WERE of… --- ## [Windshield Washer fluid alternative](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-washer-fluid-alternative/68511)
**Author:** [@badbearing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badbearing)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2011, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-washer-fluid-alternative/68511 "2011-10-12T15:28:23Z")
Can i use RV waterline anti-freeze for windshield washer fluid?? I can only find -34 washer fluid and where i live it has the potential to get another 20 30 degrees colder. They are sold out of the -40 and im leaving … --- ## [Windshield/wiper hell!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-hell/68503)
**Author:** [@salomoltres](https://community.cartalk.com/u/salomoltres)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2011, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windshield-wiper-hell/68503 "2011-10-09T22:20:11Z")
I have a 2002 Mazda Tribute. I am having a problem with the windshield and/or wipers on this vehicle. No matter what brand/grade/length (18" is recommended) of wiper I use, I get streaks after about 2 weeks of use. I hav… --- ## [1995 Camry with cracked windshield and rusted lintel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-camry-with-cracked-windshield-and-rusted-lintel/68049)
**Author:** [@ChantingBear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChantingBear)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2011, 3:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-camry-with-cracked-windshield-and-rusted-lintel/68049 "2011-09-20T03:39:26Z")
I have a crack that goes all the way across the drivers side windshield. When the windshield company came out to replace it, they told me they couldn't because the lintel was rusted and there wasn't anything to attach a… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/windshields/8009.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=windshields)