1997 Chevy Cavalier wiper blades

1997 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
140,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FLICK3
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when i shut my wipers off the wipers stop right on the windsheild. right in my line of vision. how can i make stroke back down and stay put? thanks dave
Apr 17, 2009 at 10:43 AM
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BUDDYCRAIGG
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most likely the wiper motor.
There are some switches and a circuit board on it that tells it to stop in the "park" position when you turn the wipers off.
Apr 17, 2009 at 11:10 AM
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