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Why are my windshield wipers not returning to the rest position?
I turned my wipers off, but they’re still partway up my windshield. Why are my windshield wipers not returning to the rest position?
Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
There are multiple reasons your windshield wipers are not returning to rest, including a dirty windshield.
Dirt and particles on a
dirty windshield
may prevent the wiper from returning to the rest position.Clean off your windshield and see if that solves the issue.Some wipers also stop whenever they are when the engine stops. This may be the issue if you shut off your car without first shutting off your wipers. Turn your wipers off, wait for them to return to their rest position, and then shut off your vehicle.
The most drastic reason is an issue with the wipers themselves. This could be caused by a weak wiper motor, a damaged wiper transmission, or incorrectly installed wiper arms. For this, you may need to run to a mechanic.
Once your wiper is fixed, you should take a few minutes to fix your overpriced
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