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What Causes the Wiper to Stop Moving?

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07/24/25 1:17am

Here are the reasons and solutions for a wiper that stops moving: 1. Blown fuse, causing the wiper to malfunction. Solution: Open the fuse box and check. If the fuse is blown, replace it. 2. Burned-out motor. Solution: If the motor is damaged, it's best to take it to an auto repair shop for inspection and repair. 3. Fault in the wiper linkage connection. Solution: Observe the wiper's operation to determine if the linkage is faulty. 4. Faulty wiper switch. Solution: Use a multimeter to measure the switch's condition. 5. Faulty wiper wiring. Solution: Use an automotive multimeter to measure voltage, resistance, and current, and conduct a combined inspection with practical conditions.

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OGabriela

08/10/25 8:55pm

I just went through this - drove out and got caught in heavy rain, but the wipers wouldn't budge. What a pain. I figured it might be a blown fuse. That little thing in the circuit protects the system by melting when there's current overload - pretty common failure point. Another possibility is motor failure - the wipers rely on the motor to turn the wheels, and if it rusts up, gets stuck or wears out, they just stop working. Could also be switch failure - either bad contact on the wiper stalk button or internal wear. I tried taking mine apart to check, but ended up at the repair shop anyway. The mechanical parts matter too - like when the linkage rusts or warps, or wiper blades get jammed by leaves (forcing them makes it worse). Wiring issues aren't rare either - loose plugs or aged wires with poor contact. Safety first - if wipers fail, don't push your luck. Pull over safely with hazards on. I've found regular cleaning of wiper channels and applying lubricant prevents lots of headaches.

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