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Are You Using Regular Glass Cleaner to Wipe the Seattle Grunge from Your 2018 Nissan Altima?
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(Posted on Jul 28, 2018 at 06:15PM by Kiera Dailey)

Dear Kiera,

Do I really need to buy a car-specific glass cleaner? Canâ€™t I just clean my car windows with the same thing I use in the house?

Thanks!

Tom

At first glance, it may seem like a waste of money to buy a glass cleaner specially formulated for your car - but just imagine your newly detailed 2018 Nissan Altima with streaked windows and peeling tint. A sad thing indeed.

According to Glass Doctor, many over-the-counter cleaners contain ammonia. This harsh chemical tends to streak, which can create a glare - a serious problem if the sun hits your windshield at just the right (or wrong) time and place. It can also eat away at the vehicle tint, causing it to peel over time. Last but certainly not least, using the wrong solution can corrode the plastic and rubber pieces on your vehicle. This is particularly problematic as it could cause the parts holding the window in place to weaken.

So, leave the household glass cleaner for chores at home and opt for one thatâ€™s ammonia-free and formulated specifically for vehicles, especially if you have tint on your windows.

Weâ€™re here to help! Contact us if you have more questions about the best way to care for your Nissan.