How to Get Sleet or Ice Off of a Car

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Scraping ice off your car is one of the last things you want to do in the morning.

When winter rolls around, your car windows are likely to freeze. It can be frustrating walking out to a car that is covered in ice when you have somewhere important to go, such as work or school. Even though you probably don't want to spend time getting ice off your car windows in the morning, you must do so before you drive anywhere.

Things You'll Need

  • Rain-X or oily spray
  • De-icer spray
  • Ice scraper
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use Rain-X or an oily liquid on your car windows regularly during the winter months. Doing so will make it easier to get ice off your car windows.

    • 2

      Turn on your car engine. Allow it to run for about 10 minutes before you turn on the heater.

    • 3

      Spray your car windows with a de-icer spray.

    • 4

      Scrape off the remaining ice with an ice scraper.

Tips & Warnings

  • Wake up early during the winter months to give yourself enough time to get the ice off your car.

  • If the temperature is freezing, wear gloves to keep your hands warm.

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