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Removes tree sap.
Use it to keep pop-up auto lights operating smoothly.
Removes insects from front grill.
Shines and protects chrome.
Lubricates gas cap locks and levers.
  • Stops squeaks on steering wheels
  • Eliminates squeak from fan belt
  • Lubricates squeaky fare box levers on city buses
  • Lubricates squeaky boat mast
  • Quiets squeaky boat seats
  • Lubricates noisy dock posts on a windy night
  • Lubricates tire air knobs
  • Keeps rubber door weather gaskets soft and pliable
  • Coat truck bed before installing bed liner to make removal easier
  • Spray tachometer cables to ensure accurate readings
  • Spray battery bolts prior to installation for easy removal
  • Eases installation of rubber exhaust hangers on exhaust systems
  • Spray inside radiator or fuel lines to slide them on easier during installation
  • Spray on rubber intake air ducts to ease installation of fuel injected engines
  • Removes a Boa Constrictor stuck in engine compartment of cars
  • Helps to insert cables into cable looms
  • Lubricates rubber wiring grommets to ease installation into fenders/firewalls
  • Eliminates static on volume and tuning control knobs
  • Coat rubber ties on boats to keep rubber from drying out
  • Lubricates pip pins used to hold outriggers on boats in upright position
  • Dissolves dirt in water pump of boats
  • Lubricates the plastic connection of an automobile headlamp retaining nut
  • Shines and protects bed liner
  • Removes asphalt from trucks
  • Removes grease from clothing
  • Helps clean sidewalls on tires
  • Removes tar from chassis
  • Removes insects from front grill
  • Shines and protects chrome
  • Removes tree sap
  • Use it to keep pop-up auto lights operating smoothly
  • Removes decals from windows and bumper
  • Cleans motorcycle chains
  • Removes adhesive tape without damaging factory paint
  • Helps hone cylinder walls
  • Protects corrosion-sensitive areas of car
  • Prevents corrosion of spark plug cables
  • Shines motorcycle finish
  • Removes sludge from outside engine block
  • Cleans grime from engines
  • Cleans and protects chrome on cars
  • Helps remove brake dust from wheels
  • Restores shine on classic cars
  • Keeps hitch locks rust-free
  • Cleans road oil from rocker panels
  • Cleans and protects aluminum rims
  • Shines car tires
  • Cleans marks from rubber surfaces
  • Keeps brake levers clean on motorcycles
  • Removes greasy fingerprints from car interior
  • Removes silly putty stuck on car seats
  • Keeps car battery terminals clean
  • Lubricates car antenna
  • Cleans and protects power antennas
  • Cleans white wall tires
  • Removes glue from leather
  • Cleans pigeon droppings from cars
  • Lubricates oil filter gasket
  • Cleans reusable air filter elements
  • Maintains dashboard
  • Removes melted crayon from upholstery
  • Cleans and protects rubber boots of drive axles on front-wheel drive vehicles
  • Keeps windshield wipers rust-free
  • Removes rust from side view mirror
  • Cleans and protects rear view mirror balls and sockets
  • Cleans battery chargers
  • Cleans and protects engine compartment
  • Helps clean messes from crevices and holes in clunker van
  • Cleans rust from car hood latch
  • Removes tar and grease from upholstery
  • Keeps rubber particles from sticking to drag race car quarterpanels
  • Helps seal gaskets
  • Spray on anchor chain to keep from rusting
  • Drives moisture from a boat’s moving screws
  • Spray on windshield wipers in the early summer so the blades don't crack and dry out
  • Removes tree sap.
  • Use it to keep pop-up auto lights operating smoothly.
  • Removes insects from front grill.
  • Shines and protects chrome.
  • Lubricates gas cap locks and levers.

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The uses of WD-40 described on this website were provided to WD-40 Company by end-users of the product, and do not constitute recommendations or suggestions for use of WD-40 by WD-40 Company. These uses, including the "Use of the Day," have not been tested by WD-40 Company. Consumers should exercise common sense whenever using WD-40. Always follow the instructions and take heed of any warnings printed on the
WD-40 packaging.