Windscreen Wiper Not Fully Extending - Assistance Please

[IDH]

Hi all, I have a 2004 Galaxy and it noticed today that the drivers side wiper is stopping a couple of inches shorter from the A pillar than it should do before returning, the passenger side wiper is extending okay.

 

I have read about the problems with the spindles and linkage seizing and instructions on removing and repairing the linkage but to be honest i'm not too confident to fully dismantle the unit! I have read that as motor is working it could just be a case of the spindles needing lubricating to get the wiper fully functional.

 

Is this a likely diagnosis and if so does anyone have any simple step by step instructions to lubricate the spindles?

 

Many thanks in advance.

[chrispb123456]

Hi there

You really need to dismantle the linkage to clean off any corrosion and to grease the splindles and ball joints, have heard of members doing it on the car but I have found it much easier to remove the complete wiper motor and linkage, also a good opportunity to clean out the scuttle drains (area where all the dirt and leaves congregate), also changing the pollen filter which is a bugger to do with wipers in situ.

Whatever way you decide to do it don't misplace the wavy washer o ring and circlip. :)

[IDH]

Thank you, just like to clarify that as the speed of my wipers don't seem to bad (at moment) would it still be the linkage seizing that is causing the wiper to stop short from the A pillar before returning? Are there any sensors or regulators in there or is the movement governed just by the linkage?

[chrispb123456]

Hi again

Lenth of travel is governed by linkage,worn ball joints links and spindle wear may have an affect,also are the wiper arms installed in the correct position they are a spline fitting, you may need to undo the wiper arm nut loosen arm from the splined spindle and move up one spline, you will need to do that to both arms or they may clash with each other

[IDH]

Hi Chris, thanks for confirming that. The wipers are lined up okay in the down position so will get the linkage off to take a look, have a neighbour that has repaired the linkage on his and kind enough to help.

 

Do you know if you can buy replacement bushes if required (as haven't been able to find any on line) or is it a case of a new unit?

 

Thanks again for your assistance, much appreciated.

[chrispb123456]

Hi there as far as I'm aware you have to buy the whole thing complete as it's not sold separately.

[IDH]

okay thanks again, I will update as to how i get on.

[IDH]

Update - all completed, spindles greased and pleased to say wipers are now working fine.

 

I also took the opportunity to Waxoyl the suspension turrets / mounting bolts (not sure what they're called!) as they were covered in surface rust - it seems water runs down from screen and sits in them.

 

Thanks for message response and all the information on this site. ;)