Thanks dude! I was driving to work on my 30 minute commute this morning in a light drizzle. Flip the wipers on, they go half way up the windshield and I hear a loud crunch. That was a fun drive with windshield wipers stuck in the middle of my windshield in a drizzle with cars spraying up road spray, by the time I got to work I was almost Ace Venturaing it. Now I know how to take this all apart to see what the heck fell apart inside! Originally, I thought it was just maybe the transmission gears with the wiper system as it almost sounded like grinding. We'll see.
@carquestions
2 жыл бұрын
Mike - let me know if it is filled with water like mine was - cheers!
@mikethompson7406
2 жыл бұрын
@@carquestions I didn't have to open up the gear box. I pulled the cowl off and one of the rods popped off its connector. That must have been the clunk sound I heard. I also found that the main line to the two sprayer nozzles was slit so I bet that thing sprayed a bunch of washer fluid on the rod and connector and lubed that baby up and it slipped right off! Bought some hose and barbs from a local auto supply store, repaired the slit hose then cleaned off and popped the rod back on where it's supposed to be and it's working again! I'M A FRIGGIN GENIUS!!... thanks to you :D Helped me get all the crap off so I could get at this stuff.
@carquestions
2 жыл бұрын
@@mikethompson7406 Excellent result - well done!
@NZSUBZERO
3 жыл бұрын
The top of my drivers side blade is going off the side of the dam window screen 🤣🤦🏻♂
@ember2682
2 жыл бұрын
Can this tutorial fix this?? I have the same problem
@johncreach6217
2 жыл бұрын
Loosen that nut and rotate the wiper arm just a bit, then tighten it back up
@VileStorms
Жыл бұрын
@@johncreach6217 my subarus problem is my blades don't go up far enough and then when I'm on the highway and it rains they over extend off the windshield across the A pillar and then fly off into the ditch. I have adjusted the arm hundreds of times now and the nut is as tight as it can go on the darn thing.
@oscarwinner2034
2 жыл бұрын
I'm replacing a motor for a 2016. Researching before I tear into it. I assume the setup for the newer Subaru is similar still. Amazed you got it working with all that rusty water in the motor. You'd assume Subaru had better waterproof requirements for that motor. Almost as bad as a Australian made Mercury Capri headlight motor. Well done video. Thanks for posting.
@keithll3283
Жыл бұрын
At least you state early on 2007 Outback. Would really save viewers time if this were in the video title
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
The problem is common on many years, makes and models and is always something I'd check for - so.....
@JoseRuiz-cw5ei
Жыл бұрын
Just , want to thank you . Did mine today 08 Impreza and is working perfectly now ….
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
Great to hear Jose - Cheers from Canada!
@malkeyatsingh4312
Жыл бұрын
Good tutorial and very good fix. Btw....which grease did you use?
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
I usually use an anti seize like coppercote - Cheers from Canada!
@jeffreykamis8507
2 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I would have liked to have seen the reassembly, as this is often trickier than taking something apart, especially when there's plastic snap-in garbage involved.
@oscarwinner2034
2 жыл бұрын
Warm weather is your friend. Subarus are full of the plastic pop rivets.
@dustinhansford8270
5 жыл бұрын
It's crazy to me how prevelant this is, also how much a dealership charges to fix, and how easy it is to fix.
@carquestions
5 жыл бұрын
Bad design pure and simple
@VileStorms
Жыл бұрын
My 2003 subaru Imprezza's problem is the driver side blade doesn't go up far enough when on residential streets, but then when I'm on the highway and it rains they over extend off the windshield across the A pillar and then fly off into the ditch. I have adjusted the arm hundreds of times now and the nut is as tight as it can go on the darn thing. It was funny the first time I had to buy new wiper blades on a 3 hour journey up to Edmonton, but now its just annoying.
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
Vile - the transmission (linkage arms attached to the wiper motor) need to be checked - there seems to be something wrong with them - let me know what you find - btw - blades will not fly off in any situation if installed correctly even if the arms over swipe
@VileStorms
Жыл бұрын
@@carquestions they haven't flown off since I replaced them with a more pricey kind. But they wear out more Thanks I'll keep you updated
@js2175
Ай бұрын
@@carquestionsI had the same exact problem and the wipers arms needed to be replaced. Now my w.wipers go nicely up and down but when I turn them off they go up to the middle of the windshield and stay there… what to do? 🥺
@emiliog.4432
Жыл бұрын
Maybe a tiny amount of sealant Or dia electric grease to seal the plastic mating surfaces? I would just buy a new wiper motor. Thanks.
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
A good idea for sure - Cheers from Canada!
@FPVIBERIAN
5 ай бұрын
My Subaru is having the problem with the Wiper only having one speed- very fast, and when you turn it off, it won’t go back down to the resting place. I was thinking it was the switch but you’re saying it’s definitely the motor?
@carquestions
5 ай бұрын
yep - that and I'd have a look at the linkage - but likely motor
@TJC450
6 жыл бұрын
Interesting video.
@minniebonsall
2 жыл бұрын
Hello there - we have a 2010 Forester and the intermittent isn’t working plus it doesn’t park properly. Would this likely be the same fix ?
@carquestions
2 жыл бұрын
Yep - Kay sounds like a bad motor - cheers from Canada!
@minniebonsall
2 жыл бұрын
@@carquestions thank you sir !
@addamoliver
2 жыл бұрын
friendly advice, mark the windshield blade edge or you'll never get the arms lined up right.
@carquestions
2 жыл бұрын
Good advice - Cheers!
@JesusRamos-zk4zq
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome you went a steep further and opened the motor. Problem solved.
@carquestions
3 жыл бұрын
Anytime Jesus - Cheers from Canada!
@barrettbarnyard1959
4 ай бұрын
How do u unhook washer fluid hose
@carquestions
4 ай бұрын
they just push on and pull off in most cases
@CR-ou4hl
5 жыл бұрын
What is a PRO-cess? Just kidding. Thanks for a helpful video.
@dougjb7848
4 жыл бұрын
@Christopher Ridgway That’s a cess that gets paid. An amateur-cess cannot be compensated. They might still be in college or be competing in Olympics or other international federation.
@howard5992
3 жыл бұрын
PRO-cess is how folks talk in parts of NY.
@merlot4276
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, Do you have an instructional video ( or know of one) for when if you forget to turn off the wipers when turning off the car and GOD FORBID you start the car with the wipers frozen stuck on the windshield and they try to move but don't, that the wipers then get 'out of sync' and the wiper on the driver side then overextends it's motion and gets pinned under the passenger wiper. How do you fix this when out on the road?
@carquestions
3 жыл бұрын
Generally the fix is to park the wipers and forcibly if possible move it back - as a quick fix - when home get a socket and tighten the lose one to fix it permanently
@merlot4276
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!!! :)
@jerrybraeger4799
5 жыл бұрын
Ok it full of of water I see no testing of the park switch
@carquestions
5 жыл бұрын
Park switch will work if the armature turns - rusted commutator stops it
@ericd2606
4 жыл бұрын
What if the wipers do these things but I changed the wiper motor and they still do it?
@MrMg6793
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah, appreciate it if you could explain this please?
@larrymags2045
3 жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 Impreza and might be able to get a used whole assembly that's supposed to be in good working order but it's from a 2008 Impreza WRX which looks more sportier. Do you think it will fit my Suby???
@carquestions
3 жыл бұрын
just put the parts side-by-side Larry and see if they match up
@mannytuzman3461
Жыл бұрын
Did it work??????????
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
Yes indeed
@jaimenateravalbuena7247
3 ай бұрын
I have same problem with my wipes Subaru forester 12. One side(driver) working at one velocity, faster so another side worked same velocity but right now that nut hold arm is lazy, although l think that motor is bad because it worked without speed control any position, may be is coming from changed of windshield (broken) before. Somebody knows how much is new little motor?
@carquestions
3 ай бұрын
Check Amazon for price - Cheers from Canada!
@tiamarie7443
7 ай бұрын
My issue is my wipers just turn on randomly. This looks like more work than I am capable of. Is there possibly a different fix for my issue?
@carquestions
7 ай бұрын
This doesn't sound like a DIY job I'm afraid - get her in - Cheers from Canada!
@tiamarie7443
7 ай бұрын
@@carquestions thanks!
@akfr0zen
Жыл бұрын
What if they stay at the bottom, they might make a sound but won't move, if they do its 1/4 inch and back down to rest, it will squirt fluid out though
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
get into the transmission rods and the nut on the back of the motor to find your problem- Cheers from Canada!
@akfr0zen
Жыл бұрын
@@carquestions thank you so much for taking the time to answer my question. Much love from Alaska neighbor🙂
@danielspasov666
5 жыл бұрын
So , how did it work after
@carquestions
5 жыл бұрын
Worked for another six months
@coleenrwilson3376
3 жыл бұрын
One morning, with snow on my car, I accidentally hit the wiper switch. Only one blade is out of whack where it over extends. Could it be a motor issue or something else? I'm just at a loss as to why only one blade is acting crazy.
@carquestions
3 жыл бұрын
Coleen - the wiper arm attaches with a nut - it was just a little loose and allowed the wiper arm to get out of position - loosen the nut and reposition the arm then tighten back down
@jackmitchell6354
3 жыл бұрын
Yes, as of a few minutes ago I was clearing snow on my 2002 wrx and it started working then the driver side blade went a little over the wind shield. Now both of them don’t work but when I turn the wipers on the motors are making a fast clicking noise. I’m lead to believe that the wipers got caught off track, so I’ll be trying to fix that today
@mannytuzman3461
Жыл бұрын
Mine also stopped after tryin to move them while stuck in ice. Now neither works. Should I get a mechanic to fix it?
@themapisnottheterritory
7 ай бұрын
Great
@carquestions
7 ай бұрын
I know - fely the same - Cheers from Canada!
@fleettech3570
6 жыл бұрын
How do you report a dealer
@carquestions
6 жыл бұрын
Use you local state consumer laws
@MrGipgap
2 жыл бұрын
I have replaced my 2003 forester wiper transmission but it appears the wiper is out of time. When the motor was disconnected I plugged it in and got the motor in home position but this was after it was disconnected from the transmission. I feel I need to figure out where the transmission lines up with the motor. There are no alingment marks on the motor housing or motor drive bolt. Just a mark on the transmission linkage that bolts to the motor. What does this alignment mark line up with on the motor or dive bolt? Thanks
@carquestions
2 жыл бұрын
I mark it before I take it apart - that said you are going to have to use trial and error method until you get - Cheers - good luck
@diastoleny
Жыл бұрын
Tired of my wife's 2014 forrester. Gremlins since new.
@carquestions
Жыл бұрын
Yep - those cars are way over hyped - get a Toyota
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