Prevent Windshield Crack __exclusive__ - From Spreading

Glass expands with heat and contracts with cold. A temperature differential across the windshield creates internal stress. For example, using a hot defroster on a freezing windshield can cause a crack to grow inches in seconds.

| | Don’t (Avoid these actions) | | :--- | :--- | | Apply transparent tape over the crack (on both sides if possible) to keep out moisture and debris. | Do not wash the car with high-pressure water; moisture forces the crack to expand. | | Park in a garage or shaded area to avoid extreme temperature changes. | Do not use a defroster on full heat or AC directly on the windshield. | | Gently clean the area around the crack with glass cleaner before taping, but avoid pressing on the crack. | Do not slam car doors – the air pressure change can stress the glass. | | Drive slowly on smooth roads to minimize vibration. | Do not attempt DIY repair kits on cracks longer than 6 inches (15 cm). | prevent windshield crack from spreading

1. Introduction