1999 Suzuki Vitara

Hi Icdman,

It most probably is from the linkages pivots. Lift up the wiper arm and try to move the arm sideways to check for excessive sidepaly. If it moves more than 1/8 of an inch, the pivot is worn. Some oil onto it might work but it is not going to last and it can affect the wiper speed.

Thanks for the info. It is the pivots. Have to order the whole nine yards from the dealer, can't just buy a pivot. $100.00! Ain"t life grand.

Do you know how difficult this is to repair?

Thx.

The labor time is 0.9 hour so it shoudl not be that difficult.

Our database do not have the replacement procedures so I am not able to provide any diagrams.

Start with removing the wiper arms.
Loosen the pivot holding bolts.
Remove the wiper motor if necessary.
Disconnect from wiper motor by prying the link off with a long nose plier. DO NOT remove the motor central nut for holding the arm.
Remove and replace, note inital position of link.
Before plugging back onto the wiper motor, manually push the to and fro to confirm the links are seated correctly.
Reinstall motor and do not install wiper arm yet.
Turn ignition switch on and then turn wiper on, ensure movement is smooth with no abnormal noise.
Turn of wiper and let the motor stop before turning off the ignition switch.
Install wiper arms according to the resting position.
Retest the wiper arm movements and redjust the wiper arm if necessary.