Your windshield wipers are an important part of your car's safety features. Although you might not think much about them, you can't operate a vehicle in heavy rain without properly operating wipers. Keeping your wipers in good working order is essential to your safety. Let's look at a few signs that your windshield wiper motor might be going bad.

1. The Speed Decreased

One of the first signs you might notice is that the wiper blades are working at a slower speed than normal. There isn't enough energy being supplied to the wipers to make them move quickly enough to work effectively, so the speed is decreased. If this happens during a torrential downpour, you might be in danger of an accident. If you're certain the speed has lessened, consider looking into a replacement motor.

2. You Hear Humming Noises When the Wipers Are On

Another sign that your wiper motor might be going bad is that you'll start hearing a humming noise. This is often accompanied by the wipers barely moving. This means that the motor is struggling to move the wipers and has reached the end of its lifespan. Unfortunately, there's little to do but get it replaced.

3. The Wipers Don't Return to Resting Position

When turned off, the wipers should rest at the bottom of the windshield. However, when the motor starts going bad, the wipers may not return to this position. If you ever find yourself moving the blades manually, that's a sign you'll need to have the wipers and wiper motor checked out for issues.

4. The Blades Stop Moving Entirely

If the wiper blades completely stop moving altogether, it probably means that the wiper motor has died. You won't be able to clear your windshield during a rain storm. Did you know that, according to reports by ScienceDirect, you have a 30% higher chance of a crash resulting in injury when driving in poor-visibility conditions? To avoid any serious issues, you should have your wiper system examined.

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