R31-S windshield wipers

[FrankD]

Hello, I recently purchased a 2014 Ranger Tug R 31. All 4 windshield wipers are not clearing the windows. It seems the spring tension is not there to hold the wiper against the window. Is there a spring tension adjustment? or would i have to replace all 4 springs?

 

[Red Raven]

Hello, I recently purchased a 2014 Ranger Tug R 31. All 4 windshield wipers are not clearing the windows. It seems the spring tension is not there to hold the wiper against the window. Is there a spring tension adjustment? or would i have to replace all 4 springs?

No need to replace the springs. The wiper joint gets full of salt spray and builds up to bind them and make them ineffective. I recommend first to spray the joints with lots of water or salt off/away while working the joints back and forth many times until they move freely and the wiper makes good contact to the window glass. Then spray the joint with a lubricant of your choice to keep them working effectively.

 

[FrankD]

thanks for the info. I sprayed with salt away water mixture and lubricated with silicone. seems to be working much better although not perfect.