V40: - Intermittent wiper relay

Nigev40 cheapie · Feb 23rd, 2015, 19:12

Hello all. My very recently acquired 1999 v40 1.6 has a few issues. The wipers will not self park and the intermittent wiper function does not work.
The rear wash wipe does not work but I can hear the pump running, have not checked the motor voltage yet ,its been too cold ! I would very much appreciate your valuable advice on the front wiper probs Thanks.

happy diver · Feb 23rd, 2015, 19:23

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baldmosher · Feb 24th, 2015, 10:54

Sounds like a few different issues at the same time...

Wipers not parking = misaligned wiper linkage, needs adjusting, it's fiddly, so while you're there, check for excessive play in the arm bushes and consider replacing the whole linkage, as it'll start lifting the arm to touch the bonnet eventually, and squealing loudly

Intermittent not working = could be faulty relay or wiring or stalk, search for "CEM wiring information" -- I have a spare relay if needed, and a spare stalk

-- quick test with multimeter should reveal all

Pump whirring but not spraying = loose fluid pipe? If so, no idea if it's routed inside the car, but if it is could be messy...! I guess you've checked the obvious, that you actually have some washer fluid in the reservoir....?

Nigev40 cheapie · Feb 24th, 2015, 21:27

Thanks for the info. The relay could be the answer, where is it hiding and how can I identify the correct relay. the guy who had this before me was happy to put up with the 2 speed wipers and being precise when turning the wipers off avoiding too much view blocking, but he has today given me a wiper stalk. The linkage seems quite sound so I am thinking this is an electronic fault as well. Is this a possibility.

baldmosher · Feb 25th, 2015, 13:16

Do you mean it's not stopping at all, or just parking in the wrong place? Linkage alignment has no relevance to how worn out it is. It's a common fault with these cars, if it's been replaced in the past then quite likely it was a bodged or careless job.

Nigev40 cheapie · Feb 25th, 2015, 15:45

Hi pal the wipers don't stop unless they are turned off. I fitted the wiper stalk I was given and it made no difference. thanks

hotsteel · Apr 21st, 2018, 10:58

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Originally Posted by Nigev40 cheapie

Thanks for the info. The relay could be the answer, where is it hiding and how can I identify the correct relay. the guy who had this before me was happy to put up with the 2 speed wipers and being precise when turning the wipers off avoiding too much view blocking, but he has today given me a wiper stalk. The linkage seems quite sound so I am thinking this is an electronic fault as well. Is this a possibility.

Hi I have a similar problem now. Can you share how did you resolve it?
Where is that relay located - can you share a picture?

Feb 23rd, 2015, 19:12	#1
Nigev40 cheapie New Member Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2017 21:17 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Sandown Isle of Wight	Intermittent wiper relay Hello all. My very recently acquired 1999 v40 1.6 has a few issues. The wipers will not self park and the intermittent wiper function does not work. The rear wash wipe does not work but I can hear the pump running, have not checked the motor voltage yet ,its been too cold ! I would very much appreciate your valuable advice on the front wiper probs Thanks. Last edited by Nigev40 cheapie; Feb 23rd, 2015 at 20:42.

Feb 23rd, 2015, 19:23	#2
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Feb 24th, 2015, 10:54	#3
baldmosher moshmobile driver Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2023 16:07 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Warrington View Photos By: baldmosher	Sounds like a few different issues at the same time... Wipers not parking = misaligned wiper linkage, needs adjusting, it's fiddly, so while you're there, check for excessive play in the arm bushes and consider replacing the whole linkage, as it'll start lifting the arm to touch the bonnet eventually, and squealing loudly Intermittent not working = could be faulty relay or wiring or stalk, search for "CEM wiring information" -- I have a spare relay if needed, and a spare stalk -- quick test with multimeter should reveal all Pump whirring but not spraying = loose fluid pipe? If so, no idea if it's routed inside the car, but if it is could be messy...! I guess you've checked the obvious, that you actually have some washer fluid in the reservoir....? __________________ baldmosher™ Drives: 63 V60 R-Design Lux Nav P* 106K Kill List: 07 S40 SE Sport D5 120K V40 SLux 1.9D 306K V40 S 1.9D 152K VW T4 LDV Pilot Golf GL 1.9TD Saxo 1.1i Fiesta 1.0 Pop

Feb 25th, 2015, 13:16	#5
baldmosher moshmobile driver Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2023 16:07 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Warrington View Photos By: baldmosher	Do you mean it's not stopping at all, or just parking in the wrong place? Linkage alignment has no relevance to how worn out it is. It's a common fault with these cars, if it's been replaced in the past then quite likely it was a bodged or careless job. __________________ baldmosher™ Drives: 63 V60 R-Design Lux Nav P* 106K Kill List: 07 S40 SE Sport D5 120K V40 SLux 1.9D 306K V40 S 1.9D 152K VW T4 LDV Pilot Golf GL 1.9TD Saxo 1.1i Fiesta 1.0 Pop

Feb 25th, 2015, 15:45	#6
Nigev40 cheapie New Member Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2017 21:17 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Sandown Isle of Wight	V 40 self parking Hi pal the wipers don't stop unless they are turned off. I fitted the wiper stalk I was given and it made no difference. thanks

Feb 24th, 2015, 21:27	#4
Nigev40 cheapie New Member Last Online: Mar 23rd, 2017 21:17 Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Sandown Isle of Wight	Thanks for the info. The relay could be the answer, where is it hiding and how can I identify the correct relay. the guy who had this before me was happy to put up with the 2 speed wipers and being precise when turning the wipers off avoiding too much view blocking, but he has today given me a wiper stalk. The linkage seems quite sound so I am thinking this is an electronic fault as well. Is this a possibility.

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