Freelander wiper fault

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DCUNNINGHAM

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My freelander facelift td4 has developed a problem with the wipers
On position 1 they go up but won't go back down
Position 2 will work OK but if I turn off they don't return
Also same on quick wipe goes up but won't return
Just wanting a bit of help before wasting money on items not needed
Thanks in advance
 
The most likely issue is a problem with the return switch in the wiper motor assembly.
Sometimes it's possible to repair the switch , but it's not always successful. A replacement motor will cure the issue though.
 
Thanks @ Nodge68
I'm not up on the repairing side of electrical motors so I will purchase a new motor and cross that off my mounting list of faults 😪
 
Thanks @Alibro
Funny thing is yesterday I removed the cowl from around the steering wheel and with wipers on they now work on speed 1&2 if I fiddle with the wiring also the quick wipe now and again so I will check the wiring & stalk again today maybe just needs a good clean
 
Contacts on the switch get dirty as a result of the grease that is applied when they are made. It seems to hold the dirt.
My wiper switch started to smoke once, just bad dirty contacts but bit shocking !!
 
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