Common questions

Where do you put the linkage arm on a windscreen wiper?

Where do you put the linkage arm on a windscreen wiper?

Holding the rear of the clip so it stays flush on the base of the ball joint, take the linkage arm and put under the front of the clip as illustrated.

How can I repair my windscreen wiper clip?

Maintaining the location of the rear of the clip lift the linkage arm up and push on to the ball joint, this will require some force (remember the tighter the fit the better, preventing the linkage lifting off in future) do not worry the clip will not break under force. Once on the ball joint the clip will release and hold the joint firm.

Why does my windscreen wiper clip pop off?

The poor quality plastic rod ends wear quickly and the wiper push rods pop off of their respective ball joint causing the symptoms noted above. Our wiper linkage clip is designed as a temporary repair until a new linkage is fitting; however we have had this item fitted on our test vehicles for over a year with no issues!

Where can I get a Bosch wiper clip?

Halfords do the Bosch wiper kits, and they have 3 or 4 different clips tucked in a little compartment in the end of the box. Just been into Halfords and bought a Bosch wiper, but it only came with one plastic clip that doesn’t fit.

Maintaining the location of the rear of the clip lift the linkage arm up and push on to the ball joint, this will require some force (remember the tighter the fit the better, preventing the linkage lifting off in future) do not worry the clip will not break under force. Once on the ball joint the clip will release and hold the joint firm.

Holding the rear of the clip so it stays flush on the base of the ball joint, take the linkage arm and put under the front of the clip as illustrated.

How are the windshield wipers held in place?

Bolt-on wipers are held onto a threaded drive arm by a nut. Clip-on wipers are pressed down over the drive arm and clip into place. Spring-loaded wipers are held in place by a spring. The spring must be compressed by pressing a pin in order to release it from the drive arm.

What’s the best way to install a windshield wiper?

Sometimes it helps to push the wiper up into the holder, press the tab, and then remove. The bare metal arms are now exposed, and, if left in the standing position, they can snap back and damage your windshield. So, to be safe, gently place the metal arms back against the windshield until you’re ready to put on the new ones.

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Ruth Doyle