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Wiper Motor- Function and Purpose

The wipers are used for the removal of snow, rain and splashes on the windscreen and sometimes the rear window, as well as for cleaning the windscreen.The wipers are typically driven by one or more electric motors. Most frequently only one direction-rotating electric motors are used, wherein the reciprocating wiping movement of the windscreen wiper is produced by a linkage by means of a rod. Moreover, some recent vehicle models have reversing wiper motors, which produce the reciprocating movement of the wiper arms by a change in the direction of rotation via a electronic control. In most car models, the wiper motor is actuated via a lever on the steering column. Usually there are three switch positions, two for the continuous wiping operation with different wiper motor speeds , as well as a stage with intermittent intervals.The motor has two windings which are required for the different speeds. Due to the interval switch, the drive is interrupted periodically. Moreover, the wiper motor can be controlled via rain sensors. Some car models have also wipers for cleaning the headlights, which are also driven by an electric motor. Known manufacturer of wiper motors include BOSCH, VEMO, METZGER, MAGNETI MARELLI, FEBI BILSTEIN, STARK, and Valeo.

When you have to fix a faulty wiper motor

Wiper motors are usually maintenance-free and have no fixed life span. Through constant frictional forces and heating the wiper motor is subject to a certain wear, which eventually can lead to failure of the motor. Non functioning windscreen wipers can be caused by a defective switch or a faulty electrical connection cable. You can check the wiper motor by applying a 12 volt voltage directly at its terminals. If nothing runs, the motor itself is defective and should be replaced.

Removing and replacing the wiper motor

With the necessary knowledge and skill a faulty wiper motor can be changed on your own. Some trim parts may need to be removed, then the motor can be separated and removed from the electrical system. Often you can buy useda wiper motors for cheap, but this could lead to it breaking down shortly after being replaced.Don't take this unnecessary risk - in our online shop you can order a new wiper motor particularly inexpensively, which guarantees optimal wiper functioning. Our range also includes a number of other high-quality branded spare parts for your car.