Cleaning your windshield

[Vortechtral]

Hey, So I got a soundscreen windshield. Does Ford put anything on the interior of the window? I ask because back in the day I was trying out a magic eraser on my dad's old focus cause nothing else got rid of nicotine, however the eraser did!

 

While I don't allow anyone to smoke in my Edge, every time I clean the windows I get swirls and smudges galore. I'd like to try the eraser on it, however before I do I want to make sure it wont damage anything, like lets say a plastic or silicone film they might put on the window.

 

Thanks in advance.

[nickf1011]

Far as I know there isn't anything. It's definitely agonizing trying to get every last streak and swirl out sometimes though given its size. I actually use an elastic-edged terry cloth wrapped around the end of a Swiffer sweeper to make the reach a little easier.

[ls973800]

I have the SoundScreen Windshield with a rain sensor module near the top of the windshield. I've cleaned the inside of the windshield numerous times and have never scratched or damaged it. There is no film, plastic, etc on the surface of the glass. Everything is between the layers of glass.

 

I've used Stoner's Invisible glass cleaner for a long time. I was always wanting to buy one of these tools to help clean the inside of the windshield. Last year I found a special that included a free can of the Invisible glass cleaner with the tool. I bought it and now always ask myself why I waited so long to get one! Makes the job a lot easier.

 

http://www.invisibleglass.com/Products/automotive/tool

[fishx65]

I would not use a Magic eraser for fear of scratching the glass. Really soak it with a quality glass cleaner and use 2 or 3 clean microfiber towels. Super clean microfibers are the ticket.

[richy]

KD cloth is the best glass cleaning towel you can get. It will cut that haze you see early morning and late afternoon without streaks!

[Uncoiler]

Sorry, don't mean to hijack this thread, but how would I know if my Edge has this soundscreen windshield? Not sure I even knew about it until I read this thread.

[ls973800]

Sorry, don't mean to hijack this thread, but how would I know if my Edge has this soundscreen windshield? Not sure I even knew about it until I read this thread.

 

Standing outside the car on the driver's side, look at the VIN plate at the bottom of the windshield. Look about 4 inches above that, and you will see "SoundScreen" on the windshield.

 

You have a Limited model, so you have the SoundScreen.

[Larry]

I use windex or aerosol glass cleaner and wipe and dry with the old reliable daily newspaper. No streaks..

 

Larry

Northern,In

[Uncoiler]

Is973800 you are correct I do have the Soundscreen Windshield just as you outlined. That sure explains why I can hardly hear if my Edge is running. I have to look at my Tach to be sure. Very quiet.

 

Larry, I'm certainly not an expert on glass cleaner but I have been told to never use Windex on Automobile glass as it contains (I think) ammonia which is not good. It's fine for household glass windows but not cars. I was also told the best glass cleaner is the aerosols as they don't contain ammonia. One thing I have noticed is that the detailers never seem to use windex, and dealerships only sell aerosols and do not use windex either, as far as I can see.

 

Maybe others can chime in on this, and if I have been told wrong please advise.

[Larry]

Is973800 you are correct I do have the Soundscreen Windshield just as you outlined. That sure explains why I can hardly hear if my Edge is running. I have to look at my Tach to be sure. Very quiet.

 

Larry, I'm certainly not an expert on glass cleaner but I have been told to never use Windex on Automobile glass as it contains (I think) ammonia which is not good. It's fine for household glass windows but not cars. I was also told the best glass cleaner is the aerosols as they don't contain ammonia. One thing I have noticed is that the detailers never seem to use windex, and dealerships only sell aerosols and do not use windex either, as far as I can see.

 

Maybe others can chime in on this, and if I have been told wrong please advise.

Uncoiler,

Thanks for the info. I used windex once, use aerosol mostly.

Larry

[Uncoiler]

Many years ago I used windex on one of my cars many times, as you can buy it cheap in the bigger bulk type bottles and refill the sprayers. Also I thought aerosols might be bad for the environment. Anyway I always wondered why my windows would look hazy at times and a guy I know that was a detailer told me about glass cleaners. To my surprise , he said the windex is causing my haze.

 

This was years ago so my memory may not be the best but I also think he said the aerosols are alcohal based so they won't harm car's paint and trim etc, and will evaporate if you miss some, where as Windex is ammonia based which might kill bacteria (great for your house), but the ammonia could harm automotive glass, car paint & trim etc.

 

I honestly don't think I was ever able to get that haze off my glass in that car, and I did try newspaper too, but since switching to aersols on other cars I've never looked back. I usually buy 2-3 at a time when they go on sale at the parts store or dealership. I use it for cleaning some other things as well.

 

Edited April 21, 2014 by Uncoiler

[richy]

KD cloth is the a answer!!