Chevrolet Repair: 2001 Chevy Impala Windshield Wiper Problem, e mail address, chevy impala

Question
Hi,

We have a 2001 Chevy Impala and are experiencing problems with the "tuck under" feature for the wipers. As you know, the wipers are supposed to tuck under the hood line when they are turned off. Recently a snow/ice storm clogged the under-hood position and when the wipers attemped to tuck under, they were stopped by the ice.

Now, they continue to operate correctly when on, but when turned off, they will not tuck under the hood, but rather, they back up to a position where they are both straight up. Needless to say, this is quite annoying for normal driving. I tried to discover if this is some sort of safe mode, and if there is some sort of reset, but so far I have no info.
I have been told that it could be the control module, but it seems like more of a mode problem since they work fine otherwise. Any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.

Answer
In most cases WITHOUT doing the testing sequences of the wiper control arm resistance tests, The most common fault is within the wiper motor module itself.

I do have an electrical schematic and the test procedures for a 1999 GM wiper system that is identical to your system.

However, You will need to contact me at:


meperganfortis@msn.com


In order for me to send you some electrical schematics and pictures related to your problem, as this website is NOT mine and I am only a VOLUNTEER helping answer simple questions to those in need as this website does not allow pictures to be sent..

Please include all of the previous information, MAKE, YEAR, MODEL, 2 or 4 door, and all necessary other information as well as what you have already said here about your vehicle to my above said e-mail address. This website is NOT mine and my time for looking up the information, scanning it and e-mailing it to you is not free.


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