Windscreen Wiper Fault

[Ozz]

Hey guys, odd issue started today on the way to work (in the pouring rain). The wipers kept stalling, every 20-30 seconds and for 5-10 seconds each time. They stopped in different positions and regardless if on full, intermittent or even switched off (kept running). Rear works fine, as do washers.

 

I'm thinking new stalk. Any other ideas? Stealers for a stalk and can i fit myself or garage/dealer job? She's a 57 plate hirev. Rough prices?

 

Can't think of anything else it would be. The issues went away for a while but came back again in the afternoon. Nightmare to drive.

 

Thanks, Ozz.

[Rob22]

I had this on my old bora when the relay was loose, pushed it bk, problem solved. Didn't happen when switched off tho. I'm sure someone smarter than me will be along soon

[Lexx]

I would suspect the relay was duff.

[Ozz]

Hmm, okay, I've worked on cars before but no idea if I can get/replace a relay or where it is! Dealer job?

[Rob22]

Havent spent much time rooting about on the zed yet but usually they are kicking around in a box near the battery, should be unplug replace and go id have thought. sorry i cant be of more help

[Watshot]

Plug in unit generally, easy as changing a fuse. Just locate the right one. I've just looked at mine (08), and it isn't by the battery, so you will need someone who's been there to give you an idea where it is, may be under the dash somewhere.

 

Failing that, always worth checking the contacts in the motor before splashing out on a new one.