What should I do if my wiper is not working?
Open the lid and check for corrosion and damaged connections. Repair as required. If nothing is found, disconnect both the battery cables and leave them off for fifteen minutes. This may reset the system and fix the problem. If after reconnecting the cables the same issue remains, the UPC may have to be replaced.
What happens to the wiper motor on a Renault?
The wiper motor on this model has a position switch that tells it the position of the wipers on the windshield so it knows where to stop. When the switch fails, the position of the wipers is not sensed and the motor will work only at high speed. The motor will have to be replaced.
How do you put a new wiper on a car?
When fitting a new motor, alignment is the key since you need your motor to start and stop your wipers in the correct place. To do this: 1. Take out old motor. 2. Fit new motor. 3. Remove wiper arms. 4. Run motor until it stops in the park position.
Why is my E30 zone wiper no longer working?
On a couple of occasions E30 motors have been replaced with ones from either an Audi or VW, which are identical apart from the connector (so get the plug and a few inches of wire as well). Due to internal corrosion of the motor, the system will no longer be able to move the wiper arm.
Why are my wipers not working on my car?
If a contact is loose or corroded, this may cause the wipers to work momentarily. If so, clean and tighten the connectors. If this does not work, examine all the visible wiring to the motor for breaks or damage and repair as required. If this too is not the cause, test the circuits with a multi meter.
What do I need to make my wipers work?
Pull K10 relay in the Fuse Box, and with a piece of wire, apply 12V+ from the battery, preferably via a fuse, to pins 53 and 53b, one at a time, and with another bit of wire, connect pin F1 to earth. This should make the wipers work at normal speed and fast speed, depending on whether you are linking 53 or 53b.
How to troubleshoot a Renault wiper with a multi meter?
1 Turn the ignition key to the ON position. 2 Turn on the wiper switch. 3 Wiggle the connectors at the wiper motor. 4 If this does not work, examine all the visible wiring to the motor for breaks or damage and repair as required. 5 If this too is not the cause, test the circuits with a multi meter.
How can I control the speed of my wipers?
The control stalk offers three speeds (intermittent, standard and fast) plus an off position. Pulling the stalk towards you will pump washer fluid onto the screen, and the wipers will automatically wipe three times. To control the timing of the wipers, a dedicated relay is fitted within the fuse box .