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Edmonston33
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Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

Greetings everyone,

I attempted to wash the windscreen upon returning from a five-day business trip, and here we go again.
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Edmonston33
Posts: 80
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

The windscreen wipers would stutter and stop after moving about five inches. They return to their initial location after the engine is turned off and then on again.

I used Wd40 silicone spray on all the joints, but it had no effect.
I plan to open the wipers and inspect them after purchasing a kit from the tool station. To what extent are these likely reasons? Outside of the realm of advanced age!

Please inform me
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Edmonston33
Posts: 80
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

Do you know of any do-it-yourself videos or tips I could read? In the time leading up to the garage visit?
Would you happen to know who fixes windscreen wipers? Have you heard of Halfords?
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Loonie4cars
Posts: 65
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:49 pm

Could it be that the grease in and around the pivot joints has been baked due to the recent hot weather?
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Edmonston33
Posts: 80
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

Even after spraying WD-40 into every joint, nothing changed.
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madmadmax
Posts: 64
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 9:01 pm

Remove the motor and its connecting rods. and inspect the gears for any damage.
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Edmonston33
Posts: 80
Joined: Mon Feb 02, 2026 8:45 pm

This is completely new to me; I think I'll watch a few tutorials on YouTube before giving it a try.
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