Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working was created by neilpinleeds

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208129
The left wiper is working as normal. I'm presuming that there is a linkage that has broken or become disconnected between the wipers? Is the linkage accessed by removing the wiper arms and the black plastic panel under them on the scuttle? The broken wiper stopped in the deployed position but can be manually moved back to it's park. 2004 TF.

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Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208130
Given that only one of them is effected it will be a linkage problem, it’s not happed to me but I understand it’s a common ailment and I believe that there are solutions available 

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Replied by David Aiketgate on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208131
The linkages can be accessed by removing the large black plastic underbonnet cover. A permanent fix can be achieved with a Mike Satur linkage  assembly, or temporarily/ permanently with these clips.
2x Universal Windscreen Wiper Linkage Rod Arm Link Mechanism Repair Clip Kit UK
Buy It Now

How To  for useful pictures.

David
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Replied by Airportable on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208132
It’s well known that I like rose joints & I made replacements for my failing set of rods; they are made to the exact dimensions of the commercial offerings.
Fancy, yes, but they don’t do any more that the standard & it was an absolute kipper to get right.
The motor crank has to be modified, as do the wiper base mech’.
I’d go with David’s idea, they’re available off eBay, are inexpensive & you’ll return to normality in a fraction of the time than if you go for the fancy option.
They’re described as a temporary fix, but if fitted properly I bet they’re a fit & forget.
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Replied by Notanumber on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208133
A common problem with a readilly available solution thankfully

2003 TF 135 sunstorm

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Replied by R40MGF on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208170
I have a repair clip that you could have for postage costs or free to pick up if you want it.
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Replied by neilpinleeds on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 3 weeks ago #208190

I have a repair clip that you could have for postage costs or free to pick up if you want it.

Thanks, but I ordered a pair of eBay via the link. £2.03 with a discount code, so very reasonable.

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Replied by neilpinleeds on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 2 weeks ago #208300
Looks like the clips work fine if it is the top part of the link/bush that has failed, but not when, as in my case, it is the bottom part? 
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Posted 2 months 2 weeks ago #208302
I've never had to use one of these clips.
I see you have the clip on the upper arm, have you tried to fit it to the failed lower arm?

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Replied by neilpinleeds on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 1 week ago #208331
No, it only works on the top; square edge to square edge. Even if it would open wide enough to go onto the bottom link, the motion of the round area it would sit on would ping it off...

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Posted 2 months 1 week ago #208332
I guess the only thing for it is to replace the lower arm then.

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Replied by neilpinleeds on topic Right Hand Wiper Stopped Working

Posted 2 months 1 week ago #208337
Yes, MGTF Bitz have a repair kit with both arms for £30.

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