How to Fix a Car Wiper That Won't Move?
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When a car wiper stops moving, it's mostly due to a blown fuse. Simply open the fuse box, locate the wiper's fuse, pull it out, and replace it to resume operation. The purpose of a car wiper is to help the driver clear dirt from the windshield during rainy or foggy weather, ensuring driving safety. Wipers, also known as windshield wipers or windscreen wipers, are devices used to wipe away raindrops and dust attached to the vehicle's windshield, improving the driver's visibility and enhancing road safety. It's important to note that the wiper switch should not be turned on when the windshield is dry. If you need to test the wiper's functionality, first wet the glass with water. Otherwise, it may scratch the glass, and due to the high friction resistance of the wiper blade, it could damage the blade or burn out the wiper motor.
My wipers suddenly stopped working once, which was really frustrating. I troubleshooted step by step: first checked the corresponding fuse for the wipers in the fuse box and found it was blown. Replacing it with a new one solved the problem. If the fuse is fine, listen for any humming sound from the motor—no sound might mean the motor is burnt out. Mechanical jams are also common, like being frozen in snow or the linkage rusting solid; try spraying some rust remover on the joints. Also, if the wiper linkage has come loose, the wipers won’t move—just peek under the hood to check. Finally, inspect the switch and relay behind the steering wheel; tighten any loose wire connections. If all else fails, head to the repair shop—they can quickly test the circuits with a multimeter. Remember to disconnect the battery before working on it to avoid short circuits.
