What to Do When the Windshield Wiper Stops Working?
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Windshield wiper not working reasons and inspection methods are as follows: 1. Wiper blade damage: If you usually do not pay attention to the maintenance of the car wiper blades and find that they are severely damaged on a rainy day and cannot work properly, simply replace a set of wiper blades in time. 2. Wiper motor issue: After opening the car hood, you can see the wiper motor. You can touch the wiper motor with your hand. If it feels hot, it indicates an internal short circuit in the motor, and replacing the motor can solve the problem. 3. Wiper linkage damage: The wiper linkage has many connection points. If there are problems with these points, the wiper cannot work properly. You can check the operation of the wiper to determine if it is a linkage failure.
Don't panic if your wipers suddenly stop working. I've encountered this several times, and the first thing to check is the fuse. Open the fuse box under the steering wheel, locate the wiper fuse, pull it out, and see if it's blown. Sometimes, the wiper arms get stuck due to leaves or the linkage comes unhooked—popping the hood to take a look can reveal the issue. If none of these are the problem, it's likely a burnt-out motor or faulty switch contact. In a pinch during rain, applying some water repellent to the windshield can help temporarily. Remember, wiper blades typically last only six months to a year—replace them when needed instead of pushing their limits.
