Do you need to replace the retaining nut on a windshield wiper?
If the drive post is stripped it will need to be replaced, and this may mean replacing the windshield wiper motor. If the nut was already very tight, you will need to loosen the retaining nut and remove the wiper arm for inspection.
What’s the best way to remove a windshield wiper?
Twist the ratchet to spin the nut counter clockwise one half to one full turn. Once the hex nut is loosened, release your grip of the wiper arm and remove the socket and ratchet from the hex nut. Spin the hex nut completely off by hand and set aside for reuse. Remove the entire wiper arm from the drive post.
What causes ice build up on windshield wiper blades?
Most people have experienced slush and ice buildup on their windshield wiper blades. Normally this is a quick easy fix by reaching out the window, grabbing the wiper and knocking the ice off against the windshield.
How to adjust the rear wiper on a 2014 Town and Country?
On my 2014 Town and Country, the rear wiper is turning down so as to wipe the hatch door and not the window. How do I adjust this? Try removing the wiper arm and indexing it on the motor so that it wipes the window – i.e. reposition the arm of the wiper blade.
What to do if your windshield wiper nut is loose?
If the nut was already very tight, you will need to loosen the retaining nut and remove the wiper arm for inspection. If the base of the wiper arm is stripped or damaged this can cause the same behavior as a loose nut, but cannot be repaired.
What should I do if my windshield wiper arm slips?
Test the wipers. Turn the ignition key on, turn the wipers on and test the travel of the arm for proper operation. If the arm slips, you will need to replace it. Mark where the windshield wiper blade rests. If your wiper problem was not the result a loose nut, your wiper arm might be stripped out. In this case you need to replace it.
Do you need to replace the windshield wiper blade?
Mark where the windshield wiper blade rests. If your wiper problem was not the result a loose nut, your wiper arm might be stripped out. In this case you need to replace it. The new arm needs to rest exactly where the original rested to insure proper travel. Bar soap, wax, or another easy to remove mark will work fine to mark this spot.
How do you install a new windshield wiper shaft?
Install the new arm. Line up the splines so that they mate with the shaft. Make sure that your wiper arm is in the correct resting position on the windshield (it should land on the same mark you made with the original wiper). Gently tap the arm down onto the shaft. It is ideal to use a tool that will not scratch your new wiper arm.