R36/Passat Wiper Issue

[MrWolf]

Hey guys,

Noticed recently that the wipers on my R36 are emitting a loud metallic sound during use.

When it hits its apex and back down to starting position it makes a sound as if something is hitting a spring (at least that sort of sound).

Any thoughts?

Car still has just under a month of warranty left anyhow.

Cheers.

[revivor]

Hey guys,

Noticed recently that the wipers on my R36 are emitting a loud metallic sound during use.

When it hits its apex and back down to starting position it makes a sound as if something is hitting a spring (at least that sort of sound).

Any thoughts?

Car still has just under a month of warranty left anyhow.

Cheers.

Suggest, maybe when your car is running, pour some water on the windscreen with wipers on Auto, then try to find the source of the metallic noise.

[sn809]

How old are the wipers??
I cannot find wipers to replace the current ones at Repco, any one got links or advice?? My08 Passat Wagon.

[Umai Naa!!]

Genuine from overseas is apparently the go.

It seems nobody likes paying $40 per side for a quality wiper from local dealers.

[revivor]

How old are the wipers??
I cannot find wipers to replace the current ones at Repco, any one got links or advice?? My08 Passat Wagon.

Search my last post!
http://www.vwwatercooled.org.au/foru...y-33967-2.html

[sn809]

So no refills, you gotta purchase the complete arm

[Umai Naa!!]

Not the arm, just the blade and the insert.

[revivor]

The wiper set I bought last yr still working strong like the day I bought it. Its still cheaper than anywhere I could find.

[dopey]

Just ordered mine through your link revivor, thanks. Much cheaper than local prices.

[revivor]

Just ordered mine through your link revivor, thanks. Much cheaper than local prices.

Glad to help

[sn809]

Thanks revivor, will get it through the link provided.

Bosch 980S Aerotwin Flat Windscreen Wiper Blades, Twin Pack 24 inch (600mm) & 19 inch (475mm)

What about the OP, Mr Wolf I wonder what happened.

[MrWolf]

What about the OP, Mr Wolf I wonder what happened.

Hah, I've had a lot of my plate recently. Probably going to give Revivor's advice a whirl and see what happens.

I have a feeling it'll still end up with me replacing something but we'll see how I go.

[MrWolf]

Gave the car a wash today and decided to have a play with the wipers as per Revivor's advice. Turns out there's a spring within the wiper mechanism that's making an insane creaking sound.

Now just thinking whether or not it's worth going through warranty to get it replaced.

[wind]

Turns out there's a spring within the wiper mechanism that's making an insane creaking sound

You may want to try some WD-40 (or equivalent) first - have found that it can make a big difference in such situations (suggest that you use the little tube so that you do not get it everywhere).

[revivor]

Gave the car a wash today and decided to have a play with the wipers as per Revivor's advice. Turns out there's a spring within the wiper mechanism that's making an insane creaking sound.

Now just thinking whether or not it's worth going through warranty to get it replaced.

My opinion would be to get it fixed under warranty. WD40 would only go so far! The spring is not a common wear & tear part as far as I'm aware. ie. its not supposed to make that noise so early in its life.