Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Near side wiper stopped working (TF) was created by JohnChax

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195785
Hi, I was driving in the rain and one of my wipers stopped working. The drivers side on still works thankfully. Any idea what could have happened and how to fix? 
I can hear a clunk noise each time the working wiper ends it’s movement. 
(couldn’t find a topic on this - apologies if it’s already been asked) 

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Replied by David Aiketgate on topic Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195788
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It must be the wiper mechanism that has failed. There is a ball and socket joint below each wiper shaft that can come apart with wear over time. They can be popped back in, but need a spring clip fitted which will stop the ball slipping out again.  Should find the clips on ebay.
temporary fix can be achieved with a couple of zip ties.

Mike Satur do an uprated wiper mechanism.

David
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Replied by JohnChax on topic Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195792
Many thanks for that advice. I will try that.
Regards
John

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Replied by talkingcars on topic Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195793
Hi and welcome to the forum

I hope you get the problem sorted quickly.

James


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Replied by talkingcars on topic Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195794
I just located this in our how to guides

https://www.the-t-bar.com/forum/kunena/9-mgf-tf-pitstop/24500-windscreen-wiper-failure-quick-fix#24500


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Replied by JohnChax on topic Near side wiper stopped working (TF)

Posted 3 years 6 months ago #195805
Hi James. That’s really helpful! Many thanks! 👍

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