Problems with the windscreen wipers
Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The windscreen wipers
do not stop or continue
wiping with the same
speed regardless of a
change in position.
The combination switch or rain sensor is malfunctioning.
X
Stop the vehicle, paying attention to traffic conditions as you
do so and switch off the engine.
X
For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition
lock and open the driver's door.
X
Turn the key to position 1 in the
ignition lock. Then try to start
the engine again.
X
Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The windscreen wipers
are jammed.
Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen
wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated.
X
Stop the vehicle, paying attention to traffic conditions as you
do so and switch off the engine.
X
For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition
lock.
X
Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X
Switch the windscreen wipers on again after 30 seconds.
The windscreen wiper
has stopped
in the mid-
dle of the windscreen.
The windscreen wiper drive has stopped for safety reasons.
X
Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The windscreen wipers
fail completely.
The windscreen wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
X
Have the windscreen wipers checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
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