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Q: Need to fix windshield wipers.

asked by Anthony H on January 04, 2016

Windshield wipers quit working.

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Hi, you may have a a bad windshield wiper motor or mechanism. I would suggest a technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to come out and check it out and repair your windshield problem.

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