Wipers...

[LooseCannon]

Grrr!
For a couple of weeks now, my left front wiper has been making a sticking noise on its way down to rest position(hope that makes sense) - and it has finally got to me!
The wipers themselves i got just a few months back, and they're fine...but when i applied pressure to the base of the wiper arm (the slightly rounded "thing") the noise would stop...and start again as i eased off :S
Does anyone have any idea at all what to do about this? Would i need a new arm?
Thanx in advance guys

 

[Buzz]

have you tried a new blade
i'm being serious. mine only last 3 months before they smear, or squeal. but as they are only £7 a pair, its no problem to replace.
try that first...

Buzz
The champion of the Bravo 1.4, and owner of a Bravo 1.8

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[lozz]

If you remove the cover cap off the base of the wiper arm there is a nut try losening it and giving it a spray with WD40 also wipe some vinegar on your windscreen

Lozz

 

[Tommy L]

or try wiping vinegar on your wiper blades like the bloke on the RAC advert says!

 

[LooseCannon]

Cheers for the replies guys
Buzz>> i think i will, but going to try the WD40 and nut thing first, as i really don't think it's the blade, though that's what i thought till the pushing against the nut
Can't say i've seen the RAC ad....but will take your word for it guys, and try...vinegar :s

 

[Anonymous]

lift the blade off the screen (as in when u want to wash the car etc) then run the motor without it touching the glass, that'll answer if u need a new blade or not