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Possible malfunctions of windshield wipers (VW Beetle)

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MalfunctionCauseSolution
The wiper blade is slipping (see photo on the left)The brush is dirtyClean the brushes with a stiff nylon brush or rinse with alcohol
The edges of the brush are frayed, the brush is torn or worn outReplace the defective brush
The rubber of the brush has become old and its surface is covered with cracksReplace the rubber band with a new one
Any water remaining on the cleaned glass immediately forms droplets (see photo in the middle)The glass is contaminated with an oil-containing substanceClean the glass with a clean cloth soaked in solvent
The brush cleans well in one direction, but poorly in the other (see photo on the right)The wiper blade is deformed on one sideReplace the rubber band with a new one
The brush holder is twisted, the brush is skewed relative to the glassCarefully bend the brush holder until it is in the correct position
There are still some uncleaned spots on the glassThe elastic came out of the frameCarefully insert the elastic into the frame
The wiper blade does not adhere evenly to the glass due to deformation of the spring rails or frameReplace the brush. This defect most often appears when the rubber is installed incorrectly
The glass holder pressing force is too lowLightly lubricate the brush holder spring and hinges or install a new brush holder

Possible malfunctions of windshield wipers


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