Windshield Wiper System
Windshield Wiper System components
The typical windshield wiper system is made up of around 10 to 12 components each play a role in allowing you to see clearly.
Windshield Wiper Blade & Wiper Blade Assembly
The windshield wiper blade is technically the rubber squeegee that is responsible for removing rain, snow, road spray, etc. from the windshield. Most drivers are familiar with it in the wiper blade assembly. They come in several different verities, but all have the same major parts.
A frame, a rubber squeegee blade, and a connector. The frame provides a rigid structure for the rubber blade to ride in and provides the needed stability for the blade to clear the windshield. The frame?s connector is used to attach the assembly to the wiper arm.
Windshield Wiper Blade Arm
The wiper blade arm attaches to the wiper blade assembly and provides the required downward force the wiper blade to clear the window. The wiper blade arm is attached to the wiper transmission, which provides the back-and-forth movement of the windshield wipers.
Windshield Wiper Motor
The windshield wiper motor is a standard electric motor. Its speed and frequency of movement can be adjust by the Windshield Wiper Switch. The wiper motors output shaft spins and needs to be changed into a linear, or back-and-forth movement. This done by the Wiper Transmission.
Windshield Transmission
The wiper transmission, sometimes called the wiper linkage, is the component which allows for the wiper blades to move. It converts the rotation force of the windshield wiper motor in a reciprocating movement.
Windshield Wiper Nozzle Jets
Windshield Wiper Nozzle, Jets or Nozzle Jets allow for spraying of windshield wash fluid on the windshield. They consist of small nozzle which creates a high velocity spray when windshield wash fluid is forced through them by the windshield washer pump.
Windshield Washer Fluid Pump
The windshield washer pump is designed to pump windshield washer fluid from the windshield washer fluid reservoir to the windshield wiper nozzle jets. The washer fluid pump is activated by the drive, using the windshield wiper switch.
Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir
The windshield washer fluid reservoir holds your vehicles windshield washer fluid. It s a large plastic container, typically located under your vehicles hood. The fluid reservoir usually has a sensor in it, which alerts the drive when the fluid in reservoir is low.
Windshield Wiper Switch
The windshield wiper switch is what allows the driver to input the speed and/or frequency of the wiper blades. It also allows for the driver to spray windshield washer fluid onto the windshield when needed.
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Start with the basics. Does your washer fluid reservoir have fluid in it? If it does, try to spray the windshield with the vehicle in the on position but not running. You should be able to hear the washer pump kick on. If you don’t hear anything then it is an issue with: a fuse for the pump, the pump it self or switch.
Typically this is caused by either a lose nut on the wiper arm, which can be check by removing the cap covering the nut, on the wiper arm. The other common cause is a stripped out wiper arm, which would require replacing.
If your windshield wiper nozzle jets aren’t spraying where you want, you can usually adjust them with a pick or paperclip.
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How is Fixitfor.us different from other repair shops?
Our service is an on-demand approach. Unlike traditional shops, there is no additional time taken out of your day. There is no need to arrange dropping off your vehicle, no need sit in a waiting room and we help avoid towing your vehicle to the shop if its undrivable.
Why should I choose mobile vehicle repair?
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Do you service all makes and models?
Yes. We are able to serivce all manufactures. Our technicnas have the required tools and experience.
What type of parts does Fixitfor.us use?
All parts we use are designed to meet or exceed OE quality.
What should I expect during my appointment?
After you request a free quote you will receive an estimate, which is our best guess, based on the information you provided. Our technician will arrive your location with all tools and parts required for the repair. They will inspect the vehicle and get your approval for any changes or additional work that needs to be done.
Am I in our service area?
Our primary service area is greater Grand Rapids, including Comstock Park, Kentwood, Walker and Wyoming.
We will travel, to other locations in west Michigan including Holland, Kalamazoo, Muskegon and their surrounding areas.
What our customers say:
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Kassidy Garza2023-09-26I contacted SEVEN auto shops and none responded. Aaron actually reached out to me through Yelp & I am SO THANKFUL HE DID!! Him & his partner came and were able to get my alternator done in two hours! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!Lisa Mclean2021-07-15got my egr valve, hood supports, and new keys programmed on a chrysler 300 for way cheaper than the dealer, and was very easy because they come to you.Brandon Carpenter2020-07-03is not licensed or insured and will break your car no more
