How to Remove Leaves Fallen into the Round Hole of the Wiper?
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Methods to remove leaves fallen into the round hole of the wiper: 1. Remove the wiper; 2. Clean the leaves from the round hole of the wiper. The wiper is a blade structure installed in front of the windshield, composed of an electric motor, reducer, four-bar linkage, wiper arm spindle, and wiper blade assembly. It can clear rain, snow, and dust on the windshield that obstruct the view. The power source of the wiper comes from the electric motor, which is the core of the entire wiper system. The quality requirements for the motor are strict, and it is integrated with the worm gear mechanical part. The function of the worm gear mechanism is to reduce speed and increase torque. The output shaft drives the four-bar linkage to convert continuous rotational motion into left-right swinging motion.
I once had the trouble of leaves falling into the wiper's round hole, which was really annoying. That time, I casually grabbed a long kitchen tweezer, gently inserted it to pick out the leaves, moving slowly without rushing—the hole is small and brittle, so pulling hard could easily damage the wiper arm. Since then, I’ve made it a habit to regularly clean the car roof and window edges, avoiding parking under trees in autumn to prevent falling leaves. If the leaves aren’t removed, they can block drainage, leading to water accumulation that causes rust and corrosion of car parts, which is costly and troublesome to repair. I suggest trying a household vacuum with a narrow nozzle or bending a soft wire into a hook to retrieve them. If the leaves are stuck too deep, don’t force disassembly—seek professional help for safety. Regular car maintenance and cleaning are simple yet practical ways to prevent bigger issues. In short, patience is key—don’t let small neglect lead to major faults. Keeping the car in good health is essential.
