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Windshield wiper stuck!

Discussion in '2.5 Gen Tundras (2014-2021)' started by ThiRdChoice, Jan 30, 2023.

  1. Jan 30, 2023 at 8:05 AM
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    ThiRdChoice

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    Hello Tundra owners,

    I made a mistake today :angrygirl: had a snow the past few days and it's -10F this morning. Started the truck and accidently bumped and turned on the windshield wiper. It's now stuck in the middle and twitching. I've tried turning the wipers on/off and the truck on/off....still stuck. Is there possibly a fuse? or is the motor done for? I've cleared the snow surrounding the wipers and it's still stuck. Any suggestions would be helpful :)
     
  2. Jan 30, 2023 at 8:11 AM
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    2mchfun

    2mchfun Yeah it'll pull it, just don't expect to stop!

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    Fwiw, there is a fuse box with micro fuses or mini micro fuses, can't remember which size, but the box is way up under the dash above the parking brake. Black snap on cover about 1.75" wide x 4" long.
     
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  3. Jan 30, 2023 at 8:12 AM
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    2mchfun Yeah it'll pull it, just don't expect to stop!

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  4. Jan 30, 2023 at 10:02 AM
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    Sounds like the arms might be stripped. The connecting end of the wiper arm contains a soft metal that is pressed in place over the teeth, then tightened down. I believe this is to prevent damage to the wiper motor itself should the blades get stuck.
     
  5. Jan 30, 2023 at 8:58 PM
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    SOLVED!
    I didn't do anything special, just lifted the wipers up and forced them back down. Looked at the fuses but nothing was wrong there. Thanks for the help!
     
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  6. Jan 31, 2023 at 4:25 AM
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    Try checking the bolt on the wiper arm - I had similar issue one morning. Took it to the dealership on my way to work and they just popped the hood, tightened the bolt, and away I went. I was shocked. Even though you have it working now, bolt might still be loose, and could end up getting stuck in another position on the window next time you use them. Should take about 45 seconds to check hah!
     

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