How do you align a wiper transmission?
Steps
- Turn the windshield wiper switch off.
- Follow the wiper arm away from the wiper blade to its base.
- Pry up the plastic dust cap covering the nut.
- Select a socket sized to fit the hex nut.
- Set the ratchet to allow it to tighten the nut.
- Tighten the nut.
- Test the wipers.
How do you align a windshield wiper motor?
How to Align Wiper Blades After Changing the Motor
- Locate the plastic cap that covers the wiper arm base, which attaches to the drive pin.
- Flip up the cap with your flat-bladed screwdriver.
- Pick the socket that fits snugly over the nut.
- Unscrew this nut with your ratchet, and pull it off all the way.
Why do wipers hit side of window?
The problem is caused by wear in the bushings in the wiper linkage mechanism. You can verify this by popping off the black trim strip immediately in front of the windshield. This will expose the wiper motor and the linkage mechanism. Then, by flicking the ignition off and on, position the wipers about midway.
How do you adjust the park position on a wiper?
Use a socket wrench to remove the nut located at the center of the wiper motor. This nut connects the arm linkage to the motor. Turn the wipers on, then back off, so the motor completes a full cycle and returns to the correct park position.
How does the wiper relay work on a car?
The Windshield Wiper Motor Relay is a part of your windshield wiper system. It controls the voltage input to the wiper motor. The relay senses the position of the wipers and transmits power to the wipers they are in their parked position.
Why are my windshield wipers stuck in the upright position?
Generally, when windshield wipers get stuck in the upright position it’s because of a small metal tab that the wiper transmission is supposed to catch on gets bent out of place. You can access the wiper transmission by pulling off the foam strip and plastic cover that sits below your windshield.