Do-it-yourself wiper blade repair

In detail: do-it-yourself wiper blade repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

Hello everyone. Here is another update of my “Crazy Hands” section. And as usual, we will do everything with our own hands and in the field.

I am sure that many motorists have an idea of what wiper blades are (in common people - wipers), and that they have plastic plugs on the sides that fix the rubber band that cleans the windshield from water, snow and dirt. It is this plug that we will be repairing today, or rather, fixing the rubber band, because. the plug got lost somewhere along the way.

I immediately apologize for the quality, I had to take pictures with a tablet with a lousy camera.

The situation was like this, we went out of town, lost a plug along the way, there was not a single auto shop in the area. There was nothing to do, I had to repair it from improvised means so that the windshield would not be scratched in the rain.

This is what the stub looks like:

And this is what we will repair:

As you can see from the photo, there is no plug at the end of the wiper blade (wiper), because of which the rubber band constantly runs away, and the “ribs” that should hold it are moving apart and scratching the windshield, which can lead to unpleasant scratches.

The structure of the frameless wiper blade is extremely simple, and therefore its repair does not take much time. For repairs we need:
1. Stationery or construction knife;
2. Plastic tie-clamp (Zipties);
3. Self-confidence.

To begin with, I determined the place where the collar will pass in order to fix the elastic band tightly with it. If you look closely at the photo, you can see that the “ribs” have symmetrical recesses. That's it, neither their level, and we will make a through hole in the rubber band of the janitor for a tight fixation of the clamp.

Video (click to play).

Making a hole is extremely inconvenient, because. rubber band is tight. Therefore, we do everything very carefully, and it is desirable that the hole is not very wide. The wider it is, the easier it is to tear the elastic band by passing a tie through it.

Then, you need to thread the tie through the hole. Pay attention to the fact that the coupler lock on the installed wiper is closer to the hood than to the glass. Otherwise, it may interfere with the snug fit of the wiper to the windshield and scratch it.

Pay special attention to how the screed goes. The rubber band of the wiper blade has, as it were, “gills”. It was precisely between them that I made a hole in order to preserve the cleaning properties of the janitor. Otherwise, the fit of the rubber to the glass would not be tight, and the repair of the wiper blade would only give a visual effect.

Have you sold it? Wonderful. Now we carefully begin to tighten, not forgetting to correct the tie lock. It is necessary to correct very delicately so as not to irritate the hole in the elastic band.

After tightening, we saw off the dangling end with the same clerical knife.

Well, actually, here's how I ended up with it. In my opinion, it turned out not bad. Yes, and by car, after installation it is not noticeable, unless of course you know and do not look closely.

Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of what the repaired wiper blade looks like on the car. But I will say one thing, that we drove back in the rain normally. The brush retained its original function and did not scratch the glass.

I will not say that the repair of the wiper blade, which I described in this post, is ideal, but, as I wrote above, the repair was carried out in the field using improvised means. What I found, I screwed)))

Time spent at most 10 minutes.I strongly recommend that you still use this method only in emergency situations and replace the wiper brush as soon as possible. Fortunately, the prices for them are not very high, and you can spend money only on one, and not on a set. Don't save money on your own safety.

That's probably all. All questions, additions and thoughts are left in the comments.

Operating a machine in poor visibility conditions is something that vehicle drivers face all the time. Depending on weather conditions (snow, rain, etc.), the view of the space in front of the windshield of the car can deteriorate significantly, which contributes to the creation of an emergency on the road. At the same time, the cleanliness of the windshield, which is provided by the windshield wipers of the car, in everyday life, wipers, is of no small importance and largely depends on the state of the latter.

Having discovered that when the wipers work, there are stains on the windshield of the car, it is necessary to check their condition and determine the causes of poor-quality glass cleaning.

Quite often, the cause of stains on the windshield of a car is:

an oily windshield that even the best windshield wipers cannot clean;
loose fit of elastic brushes to the windshield;
malfunctions of the metal parts of the wiper drive;
wear of the cleaning edge of the elastic element of the brushes.

The reasons that caused the poor-quality work of the wipers may be due to:

prolonged contact of fixed brushes with the windshield of the car (deformation of elastic parts) under the influence of direct sunlight or in severe frost;
the ingress of dirt into the grooves of the elastic band of the wipers;
water getting into the grooves of the brush with its subsequent freezing;
change in the chemical structure of elastic parts under the influence of ultraviolet radiation (direct sunlight);
wear of the working edge of the elastic band;
the appearance of traces of corrosion on the blades of the tape.

Noticing that the brushes began to clean the windshield of the car poorly, motorists, as a rule, try to replace them with new ones. However, this is not always justified, since in some cases it is not difficult to restore the efficiency of the wipers on a car. For example, if during the operation of the machine it was discovered that the working edge of the brushes was badly worn out, then its shape can be restored using sandpaper.

They take a sheet of non-bending material (multilayer plywood, a fairly thick sheet of metal, etc.).
Glue a strip of fine-grained sandpaper on it.
By running the cleaning blade of the wiper over the sandpaper, they restore the shape of the tape, giving the working edge a rectangular shape.

If the elastic band of the wiper has hardened, then gasoline can be used to restore it. After dipping the tape in gasoline, it is then washed in warm water and a thin layer of silicone grease is applied to the work surface. These procedures will restore the elasticity of the tape and make it softer.

The working surface of the janitor is covered with an oily film, then its properties can be restored (degreased), for example, using white spirit. White spirit will easily remove grease and other contaminants from the surface of the brush. After this procedure, it is desirable to apply a thin layer of silicone grease to the working surface of the wiper belt. Thus, its performance will be restored. How experienced motorists restore wipers on a car can be seen on:

In the same way, you can remove traces of corrosion from the working surface of the wiper.

Car wipers, like other components of the car, require regular maintenance. In order to extend the "life" of the wipers on the car, experts recommend:

regularly clean the windshield of the car and the working surfaces of the wipers from dust, dirt and grease, and in the winter season from snow and ice;
remove the wipers if the car is left outside for a long time;
when leaving the car in the garage, raise the wipers so that the elastic surfaces do not come into contact with the windshield (the distance to the windshield must be at least 5 mm);

It is extremely important in the winter season to turn on the windshield wiper only after the ice on the windshield of the car has melted.

windshield wiper VAZ 2110

Windshield wipers or wipers perform an important function on a car. When they fail, any driver begins to feel uncomfortable, especially if he is on the road.
Repair of wipers in this case will not present any problems, especially if you use the information given in this article.

The essence of how to repair wipers on a VAZ 2110 is to fix the levers or deformed wiper rods. Often the reason lies in the contamination of parts.
If it is impossible to repair the wipers, then they must be completely replaced.Often the cause of a breakdown can be a gearmotor, and if you replace the gears in it, clean the contacts of the collector or limit switch, everything will work.
If it is not possible to repair the gearmotor, it will have to be replaced with a new one.

All work must be done in order and nothing should be missed:

remove the wiper (on the VAZ 2110 it is completely removed);
unscrew the nut that fixes the leash;
take off the leash.

removing the windshield wiper

We go further and continue repairing the wipers of the VAZ 2110:

the turn of the gearmotor has come (it is sometimes wrapped in a thin leather film that must be removed);
we unscrew the three bolts of the gear motor, marked with arrows in the upper photo;
remove the black plastic cover by unscrewing two screws for this;
after removing the cover, unscrew the following screws.

removal of the wiper motor reducer vaz 2110

We continue and by the way, it is also possible to repair wipers on the VAZ 2107:

take out the plate with 3 contacts located on it;
then remove the brown gasket;
we see the design of gears and rollers;
remove the largest gear together with the roller, revealing a plastic washer under it;
we remove two small gears, which must be noted before removal (this is done in order not to confuse their original location, because they do not have the same inclination of the teeth).

removal of the gear motor gears of the wiper VAZ 2110

we disconnect the gearbox from the electric motor, unscrewing for this two screws located oppositely;
remove the anchor from the metal case of the electric motor;
at this stage, all parts should be thoroughly cleaned of dirt and old grease (we use a rag soaked in acetone).

Cleaning the wipers of the VAZ 2107, which can also be repaired according to this scheme, implies attentiveness and a detailed inspection:

we press with our fingers on the three brushes located in special holders (they must move freely, and if they go down tightly, then there are defects or cracks and they must be replaced completely);
we check three springs, which should be even, without stretching and breaking.

We continue to repair the wipers of the VAZ 2107 or 2110 by inspecting the collector.
For this:

inspect it for damage, scratches or dirt;
in case of severe pollution, it is recommended to walk with a fine sandpaper (if this does not give any results or it will already be clear that the collector is very worn out, it will be necessary to replace the entire armature or the entire gearmotor as a whole);
we inspect the teeth of the gears of the gearbox and replace them if coarse scratches or other defects are found;
if defects are found on the threads of the rollers of levers or brushes, then it is necessary to replace the rods in a complete set;
we inspect the limit switch plate and, if necessary, draw a sandpaper over it;
we inspect the fastening of the leash, or rather its black rubberized cushions (in case they have lost their elasticity or burst, you need to replace them with new ones - the replacement is carried out by removing the internal steel spacer sleeve);

On the VAZ 2109, the repair of the wipers also takes place, that is, they start with a gear motor.
So let's continue:

we assemble the wiper, having previously well lubricated all the parts (especially you should pay attention to the gross worm of the anchor and gears - use Litol-24 grease, and the gears are marked, put them exactly in place);
set the anchor by tying the brushes with wire to the contacts (this stage of work is carried out in order not to twist their brushes and therefore they must be folded);
we mount the anchor in the gearbox housing over carefully;
we install the motor housing on the gearbox, holding the armature shaft;
we untie or bite off the wire holding the brushes and knock on the gearmotor with a wooden hammer in order to center the bearings;
we install the leash back on the axis, which must necessarily stand in a horizontal position and in proportion to the central thrust.

Attention: Before repairing the gearmotor, read the specifications for the normal operation of this part.

the shaft speed, if the voltage is supplied at 14 V, is low - thirty or forty;
the speed of rotation of the shaft of a larger value is seventy;
current consumed at the first speed - 3.5 A;
at the second speed - 5 A.

On the VAZ 2106, the repair of wipers is carried out a little differently. Although the whole process is similar to the above instructions, there is still a difference. But consider a way to change the old wiper rod to a new one.

To begin with, we arm ourselves with a screwdriver and begin the process:

in VAZ 2106, the wiper drive rods are connected not only to each other, but also to the cranks with hinges;
remove the wiper and gearmotor;
we remove the stopper of the hinge of the thrust from the groove of the axis of the crank;
take it off the axle.

removing the hinge stopper from the axle

we remove the thrust from the axis;
disassemble the hinges of the wiper rod;
we assemble the new thrust in the reverse order with the same drive;
We install the gearmotor on the bracket carefully, paying attention to the condition of the rubber bushings.

Attention: When working, you need to use a screwdriver with a wide blade. It will be more convenient for her to remove and install the bushings.

Repair of wipers vaz 2106 continues. Now let's look at how to clean the collector and change the gears.
We carry out the following operations:

remove the wipers, as mentioned above;
unscrew the fasteners for fixing the leash;
remove it from the gear motor shaft.

This video can be found on the internet.
We continue:

unscrew the gearbox mounting bolts (there should be three of them);
remove the motor reducer;
on it we see a protective film that should be removed;
remove the plastic cover by unscrewing the two fastening screws;

This photo shows how it's done:

removing the cover from the gearmotor VAZ 2106

under the cover we see two more screws, which we also unscrew;
remove the panel with the contacts of the limit switch;
remove the gasket with your own hands;
see gears;
remove the largest of them together with the roller and plastic washer;
after that, we remove the other gears (as mentioned above, they will need to be marked so as not to be confused during assembly);
remove the gearbox from the electric motor by unscrewing the two fixing screws;
we begin a thorough inspection and clean all parts from dirt and old grease;
the brushes in the brush holder should move freely up and down (we pay careful attention to this, they should not stick / if we find such a problem, then we change the gearmotor assembly or the brushes and do not forget to solder them to the brush holder when replacing them);
according to the instruction, the springs should also be inspected without fail (their elasticity should be checked, and if we notice increased stretchability or another defect, we replace them with new ones);
we clean the collector with sandpaper if scratches or traces of dirt are visible on it (if it is too worn out, then we replace the anchor or the gearmotor as a whole);
we also change gears if we notice worn teeth on them;
we collect everything in the reverse order.

The tips given above will help the car enthusiast save a lot on repairs, because the price for it today in car services is quite high.

Noticing that the wipers do not clean the windshield as they should, many motorists decide to change the wipers immediately. In fact, there are several ways to fix the cleaning elements, thereby giving the windshield wipers a second life.

Before proceeding with the repair of car wipers, you need to figure out what is the reason for their poor performance:

The method of repairing car wiper blades must be chosen, given the reason for their poor performance:

If you want to make the rubber bands of the brushes softer and more elastic, dip them in gasoline. Then wash them gently with warm soapy water. In addition, you can smear the rubber bands of the car wipers with silicone grease. This remedy is sold in a tube or as a spray.
To degrease the wiper blades, wipe them with a cloth soaked in white spirit. It is a light oily liquid that perfectly removes grease and dirt from the surface of the brushes. Do not forget that white spirit must be handled with extreme care. White Spirit

Before starting work, put on personal protective equipment. Handle car wiper blades in a well-ventilated area. In addition, you can degrease the wiper blades in another way - just hold them in hot water for thirty minutes. High temperature water will destroy the surface layer of grease, which will improve the ability of the brushes to clean the glass. Of course, this method only revives the car's windshield wipers for a while.

If the wiper does not clean the glass of the car due to wear on the working surface of the brush, fix it with a plate of rigid material and sandpaper. Fine sandpaper and multilayer plywood are ideal for this job. Keep in mind that the longer the plate, the better the edge will be. Glue the sandpaper to the plywood and gently shape the rubber edge of the brush into a rectangular shape. During operation, try to correct the shape of the tape evenly. If you fail, then the included car wiper will leave wide stripes on the windshield.

If the rubber band cannot be restored, and the wiper frame is still in excellent condition, then change it. Dismantling this tape is quite simple:

first bend the tape holders with a screwdriver
use small pliers to spread the tabs of the latch so that the tape can be easily pulled out
as you took out the tape, pull out the elastic plates from it, if they are bent, then pay attention to which direction in order to correctly install the plates in the groove of the new tape.
a new tape must be threaded through the groove through the rocker clamps, if any of the retainer supports does not provide easy movement, or if the tape is too loose in it, then expand the legs or vice versa, tighten them
after you have tucked the tape into the legs of the rocker arms, then squeeze the latch with pliers and install the brush on the wiper.

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By correctly identifying the cause of the poor performance of the brushes and properly repairing them, you will get rid of the need to change the wiper. So you save your money and ensure your safety. Through dirty windows, the driver does not see the whole road, which can lead to very sad consequences.With your own hands and at least for a while. We use proven products and extend the life of the wiper blades.The effect is short-term, suitable for “killed” brushes, which are no longer a pity, but there is no time to buy new ones. Graphite coating will not survive a collision with gasoline, but it is responsible for the quality of sliding on glass and the absence of creaking. So soaking the wipers in gasoline is only a last resort. Again, after the evaporation of gasoline from rubber, the condition of the brush will be even worse.Note! After wetting with gasoline, the brushes should be washed with warm soapy water.Sliding will become too cool, like world figure skating champions! Accordingly, the quality of glass cleaning, on the contrary, will sharply decrease.Good liquid, and the effects of it are interesting. It is only necessary to work with this solvent carefully, wearing personal protective equipment and in a well-ventilated area. Again, the effect will be short-term, and the old brushes will not turn into new White Spirit.Ordinary pharmacy glycerin "knows how" to soften hardened rubber. Before applying, the brush must be cleaned of dust and dirt, and then washed and dried. After applying glycerin to the surface, it is allowed to soak.Water with a temperature of 50-60 degrees will remove the surface layer of fat from the rubber. However, it will take half an hour to keep the brushes in the water, and the effect will not last very long.If the working surface of the brush is worn out, then you can extend the life of the accessory and restore the cleaning properties with sandpaper. Take a plate of non-bending material (strong plywood, for example), glue fine-grained sandpaper to it and carefully process the rubber edge of the brush so that it becomes rectangular. The method has disadvantages: if the surface is treated unevenly, then wide stripes will remain on the glass.There is a post on the Drive2 auto resource about a special old-fashioned method for restoring wiper blades. You will need "White spirit" (gasoline solvent) and a few cigarettes. Tobacco must be removed from cigarettes and shaken out on a rag soaked in solvent. After that, wipe with a brush rag. The author of the method assures of an unusually powerful effect from tobacco, but it is better to check his words again on old brushes.windshield wiper VAZ 2110Windshield wipers or wipers perform an important function on a car. When they fail, any driver begins to feel uncomfortable, especially if he is on the road.
Repair of wipers in this case will not present any problems, especially if you use the information given in this article. The essence of how to repair wipers on a VAZ 2110 is to fix the levers or deformed wiper rods. Often the reason lies in the contamination of parts.
If it is impossible to repair the wipers, then they must be completely replaced.Often the cause of a breakdown can be a gearmotor, and if you replace the gears in it, clean the contacts of the collector or limit switch, everything will work.
If it is not possible to repair the gearmotor, it will have to be replaced with a new one.All work must be done in order and nothing should be missed:

remove the wiper (on the VAZ 2110 it is completely removed);

unscrew the nut that fixes the leash;

take off the leash.

removing the windshield wiperWe go further and continue repairing the wipers of the VAZ 2110:

the turn of the gearmotor has come (it is sometimes wrapped in a thin leather film that must be removed);

we unscrew the three bolts of the gear motor, marked with arrows in the upper photo;

remove the black plastic cover by unscrewing two screws for this;

after removing the cover, unscrew the following screws.

removal of the wiper motor reducer vaz 2110We continue and by the way, it is also possible to repair wipers on the VAZ 2107:

take out the plate with 3 contacts located on it;

then remove the brown gasket;

we see the design of gears and rollers;

remove the largest gear together with the roller, revealing a plastic washer under it;

we remove two small gears, which must be noted before removal (this is done in order not to confuse their original location, because they do not have the same inclination of the teeth).

removal of the gear motor gears of the wiper VAZ 2110

we disconnect the gearbox from the electric motor, unscrewing for this two screws located oppositely;

remove the anchor from the metal case of the electric motor;

at this stage, all parts should be thoroughly cleaned of dirt and old grease (we use a rag soaked in acetone).

Cleaning the wipers of the VAZ 2107, which can also be repaired according to this scheme, implies attentiveness and a detailed inspection:

we press with our fingers on the three brushes located in special holders (they must move freely, and if they go down tightly, then there are defects or cracks and they must be replaced completely);

we check three springs, which should be even, without stretching and breaking.

We continue to repair the wipers of the VAZ 2107 or 2110 by inspecting the collector.
For this:

inspect it for damage, scratches or dirt;

in case of severe pollution, it is recommended to walk with a fine sandpaper (if this does not give any results or it will already be clear that the collector is very worn out, it will be necessary to replace the entire armature or the entire gearmotor as a whole);

we inspect the teeth of the gears of the gearbox and replace them if coarse scratches or other defects are found;

if defects are found on the threads of the rollers of levers or brushes, then it is necessary to replace the rods in a complete set;

we inspect the limit switch plate and, if necessary, draw a sandpaper over it;

we inspect the fastening of the leash, or rather its black rubberized cushions (in case they have lost their elasticity or burst, you need to replace them with new ones - the replacement is carried out by removing the internal steel spacer sleeve);

On the VAZ 2109, the repair of the wipers also takes place, that is, they start with a gear motor.
So let's continue:

we assemble the wiper, having previously well lubricated all the parts (especially you should pay attention to the gross worm of the anchor and gears - use Litol-24 grease, and the gears are marked, put them exactly in place);

set the anchor by tying the brushes with wire to the contacts (this stage of work is carried out in order not to twist their brushes and therefore they must be folded);

we mount the anchor in the gearbox housing over carefully;

we install the motor housing on the gearbox, holding the armature shaft;

we untie or bite off the wire holding the brushes and knock on the gearmotor with a wooden hammer in order to center the bearings;

we install the leash back on the axis, which must necessarily stand in a horizontal position and in proportion to the central thrust.

Attention: Before repairing the gearmotor, read the specifications for the normal operation of this part.

the shaft speed, if the voltage is supplied at 14 V, is low - thirty or forty;

the speed of rotation of the shaft of a larger value is seventy;

current consumed at the first speed - 3.5 A;

at the second speed - 5 A.

in VAZ 2106, the wiper drive rods are connected not only to each other, but also to the cranks with hinges;

remove the wiper and gearmotor;

we remove the stopper of the hinge of the thrust from the groove of the axis of the crank;

take it off the axle.

removing the hinge stopper from the axle

we remove the thrust from the axis;

disassemble the hinges of the wiper rod;

we assemble the new thrust in the reverse order with the same drive;

We install the gearmotor on the bracket carefully, paying attention to the condition of the rubber bushings.

Attention: When working, you need to use a screwdriver with a wide blade. It will be more convenient for her to remove and install the bushings.Repair of wipers vaz 2106 continues. Now let's look at how to clean the collector and change the gears.
We carry out the following operations:

remove the wipers, as mentioned above;

unscrew the fasteners for fixing the leash;

remove it from the gear motor shaft.

This video can be found on the internet.
We continue:

unscrew the gearbox mounting bolts (there should be three of them);

remove the motor reducer;

on it we see a protective film that should be removed;

remove the plastic cover by unscrewing the two fastening screws;

This photo shows how it's done:removing the cover from the gearmotor VAZ 2106

under the cover we see two more screws, which we also unscrew;
remove the panel with the contacts of the limit switch;
remove the gasket with your own hands;
see gears;
remove the largest of them together with the roller and plastic washer;
after that, we remove the other gears (as mentioned above, they will need to be marked so as not to be confused during assembly);
remove the gearbox from the electric motor by unscrewing the two fixing screws;
we begin a thorough inspection and clean all parts from dirt and old grease;
the brushes in the brush holder should move freely up and down (we pay careful attention to this, they should not stick / if we find such a problem, then we change the gearmotor assembly or the brushes and do not forget to solder them to the brush holder when replacing them);
according to the instruction, the springs should also be inspected without fail (their elasticity should be checked, and if we notice increased stretchability or another defect, we replace them with new ones);
we clean the collector with sandpaper if scratches or traces of dirt are visible on it (if it is too worn out, then we replace the anchor or the gearmotor as a whole);
we also change gears if we notice worn teeth on them;
we collect everything in the reverse order.

The tips given above will help the car enthusiast save a lot on repairs, because the price for it today in car services is quite high.

I think this is a problem with many used cars, especially if it has been "knocked" for five or more years. Even if you bought new wipers (wiper blades), it is not certain that the glass will clean well. The point is often not in the brushes, but in the holders or the so-called "leashes". Over time, they weaken and the windshield is poorly cleaned! Of course, you can buy new ones, but the price, to put it mildly, "ROLLS UP", and this is not our method. Today I will try to tell you how you can repair (restore) with your own hands, and at a very low cost, literally for a few tens of rubles. As usual, there will be a video version at the end, so let's watch ...

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Often, the wipers not only clean poorly, they also rattle disgustingly on the windshield, they can even leave “ladder” stains, such a brush goes up or down and a nasty creak or something like “drrr - drrr” is heard. This will also remove. BUT everything is in order.

Actually, I didn’t take original ones, because the price for originals is very high, but I took frameless ones. There are a lot of different companies, I have no commitment to any, so that later you will not blame. I went to the E-katalog website and looked, selected according to the necessary parameters.

Frameless - windshield - various sizes (primary - 650 mm, secondary - 380 mm) - preferably two pieces in a set at once - a serious company. And it just so happened that the most suitable ones are BOSCH, by the way there are more expensive ones, but I see no reason to overpay. They have two pieces in the kit at once, put it on and forget it, and the price is normal.

Actually, what a problem I have - my car is already 4 years old, I relatively recently changed the wipers, but after a few months, they again began to clean badly. They no longer stick to the windshield.I consulted in one store where they sell windshield wipers, the seller came out, looked and said - you need to change the "leashes".

For those who don't know, the "leash" is the wiper holder itself, the metal thing that attaches to the engine (which turns them).

The “leash” has an “ear” that is attached to the engine rod, it is connected to the main part through the axis, but the spring is responsible for pressing (from the eye to the main part), it is she who strongly presses the wiper to the glass, if it weakens, then windshield wipers do not clean well, EVEN if you bought new blades.

At first, I didn’t attach any importance, well, I think I’ll buy new ones, and that’s all! BUT it wasn’t there - I came to the store, there are only original ones on my AVEO, their cost, to put it mildly, ROLLS OFF, about 2,100 rubles per piece, that is, both will be about 4,200 rubles. The most annoying thing is that I still have them in a good, attractive form, there are no chips anywhere - scratches and rust, still serve and serve.

After a little thought, I decided to modernize (repair) them with my own hands, there is one weak link here, namely the spring, and we will change it, but first you need to remove the leash and the wiper.

I want to write a separate article about eating, yet I had to suffer for half a day before I took it off. The thing is that the “eye” sits very tightly on the wiper motor rod. YES, it’s still clear from time to time, it stuck so much that, having unscrewed the nut, I couldn’t remove it, which I just didn’t do, WD-40 sprayed, tried to knock, tried to pry with a screwdriver, nothing helps. YES, it’s even scary - if you break the “stock”, I’m just afraid of how much money it will cost.

I had to buy a special puller, it is not expensive at all, but everything is removed simply and simply, in just a couple of movements, but I will write about it separately.

All the janitor along with the leash at my house, then what to do? To begin with, I decided to evaluate the spring, if you take the ear out, you can even feel it with your hand — that it has weakened, there is no previous rigidity! Apparently this is the reason. Well, you need to replace this spring with a new one, but first you need to remove it.

To remove this, also that “pleasure”, she sits very firmly, it is UNREAL to remove it with pliers (I tried, I only tore off the spring). However, everything is simpler than it really is.

Look - the spring is hooked on one side to the "bar" of the main part, on the other hand to the metal bracket, which is worn on the "eye" of the janitor. We need to take a copper cable enough (1) 1.5 mm for 2 cores, thread it through a metal bracket and pull it towards us. The wiper itself, it is advisable to put it on a chair and press it with something. Personally, I wrapped it in a towel and pressed it with my foot.

IT IS WORTH REMEMBERING that the spring is very rigid, it can “shoot”, so we take precautions, remove watches, rings, and so on. It is advisable to close your eyes with safety goggles! Or somehow neutralize the spring, for example, wind the fabric (if it shoots at it).

Thus, everything is removed - then we need to find a similar spring, but shorter, by several turns, so that the rigidity is higher.

There are a lot of such springs, some owners even buy leashes from VAZ, for example, KALINA, PRIORA and others, remove them from them and install them on their holder. BUT! The price will be about 300 - 400 rubles, this is not our method, so we are looking for the banal spring itself.

Usually this is from the holders of the hood, trunk, and also from the brake pads of the VAZ. Personally, I first took the “classic” pads, but it turned out to be too short, I didn’t have enough strength to pull it. Then I bought it from the front-wheel drive (VAZ-2108) and everything worked out, it is a couple of turns shorter, and gave really good rigidity. The cost is only 40 rubles.

Feels PRIZIM has become much better.

We pull the spring back, in the same way (through the wire) and go to put it on the car. Pressing has become much better, really! We spray and turn on the wipers, the GLASS is CLEAN, victory.

And finally, I want to say - why the wipers creak, in fact, the reason here is banal:

Parallel arrangement. The brush should be strictly parallel to the glass, if it is tilted either to one side or the other (that is, an acute angle is created), then it will creak or rattle, even if it is new. She just has a lot of resistance. If this is the case for you, you need to take pliers and make it parallel to the glass, bend it corny. Then the squeaks will go away by 80%.

Bad pressure. If the brush does not press well against the glass, as I wrote above, the spring has weakened, then rattling (squeaks) is also possible. Just change it to a new one and you'll be fine.

So guys, for budget money, you can restore your wipers, and they will clean well and softly! Now we are watching the video version of the article.

Video (click to play).

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