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windshield wiper issue

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I have a weird problem with my windshield wipers.. they will only work on HIGH and they will stop maybe every few minutes for 3-4 seconds then start again. Could it be the motor itself, relay or wiper assy on the column

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Wipers that work only on high is usually a sign of a bad interval governor.

See post Wiper Problems - Mustang Forums at StangNet for a pic and location if you are unfamiliar with the module.
 
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Thanks Saleen, i will look into that
 

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A number of years ago, I had a wiper problem. I don't recall if it operated only at one speed or if it was totally dead. In any case, the wipers worked fine during dry weather. But, wet weather (when you really need the wipers), they would freeze up. A tap on the motor with a Mag Light got them going again.

The fix was a new motor. I went to the Ford dealer and they indicated that a newer style motor would have to be retrofitted in. There is a technical bulliten on it. The harness needs to be spliced with a new connector as well. No problems since.
 
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