What should I do about my windshield wiper motor?
Other wipers have splines that mate in only one position, so if the arms don’t rest properly when parked, you’ll need to adjust the linkage elsewhere, probably at the middle pivots. Generally, the motor assembly is one of those things that have no user-serviceable parts inside and is inexpensive enough to make attempted repair pointless.
What causes a windshield wiper to refuse to move?
Actually, a wiper assembly that refuses to move might have a simple blown fuse. But usually fuses don’t blow on their own. Even at full stall, the current draw of the motor should be well below the fuse’s rating.
How to fix rear wiper if not working well?
For the 05+ gently pry (with your fingers) the sides of the cover away from the wiper arm. Grab the little cover where it meets the wiper arm, not where the wiper arm begins. With wiper in the off position, you would be lifting gently the two sides up towards the 3rd brake light and down towards the bumper.
What kind of lubricant to use on windshield wipers?
Lubricate all moving parts, using silicone grease on rubber pieces. (Avoid using petroleum-based grease on rubber parts—it will deteriorate them.) Some wiper arms have a friction fit to the wiper post. To position the arms correctly, briefly cycle the power to the wipers to park them.
How to troubleshoot a rear windshield wiper that still runs?
You can use process of elimination to isolate it as the problem. Make a fused power supply wire and ground wire. Apply direct voltage and make the motor run. If it runs and is not growling and noisy, it’s okay. Remove the wiper switch and inspect it. Test it for proper voltage supply.
How to remove rear wiper on Honda Odyssey?
The removal of the 05+ Odyssey is very similar. The same plastic cover is over the single nut. However, the cover is on much more securely. It does not lift off as easily. For the 05+ gently pry (with your fingers) the sides of the cover away from the wiper arm. Grab the little cover where it meets the wiper arm, not where the wiper arm begins.
How do you test a rear wiper relay?
Test for voltage to the switch. Move the switch through its functions and make sure there is voltage present at each plug location. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for switch removal and test procedure for each specific wire location and function. Test the rear wiper relay.
How can I tell if my wiper motor is suspect?
Make a fused power supply wire and ground wire. Apply direct voltage and make the motor run. If it runs and is not growling and noisy, it’s okay. Remove the wiper switch and inspect it. Test it for proper voltage supply. If it’s okay, then by process of elimination, the module is suspect.