Having a front wiper issue is not uncommon. This is even one of the most common problems, and not just on the Seat Altea Freetrack. Windshield wipers have also become consumables because they wear out easily and are easy to replace . But the problems can be quite different, and the reasons will therefore vary. It can come from broom , engine , or a electrical concern among others. We will therefore see the most common symptoms, and how to fix them.
Complete failure of the front wiper of your Seat Altea Freetrack
The concern must undoubtedly come from the engine of your front wiper. If you ever want to be sure, you can measure the electrical current at the input of the wiper motor. But it is a precaution that is not absolutely mandatory. The failure was probably caused by the engine. In this case, you will have to buy a new engine, compatible with your Seat Altea Freetrack . It is nevertheless plausible that the concern arose from broom training . In this situation, make it activate manually. If the latter ever moves on its pivot without problem, it is because it shows no problem.
The front wiper of your Seat Altea Freetrack is noisy
A noisy front wiper on a Seat Altea Freetrack isn't a big deal, however it is quickly annoying. If you ever see a shrill noise is that it comes from the wear of the rubber blade of the broom. As if you were walking on your dry windshield. In this situation you will probably need to replace it. If ever it's a squeaky noise , it is undoubtedly the training which is a little seized. It will then be enough to oil it, and the problem will be solved.
Seat Altea Freetrack's front wipers don't go at the right speed
This time it is a concern that can be problematic, especially during heavy rain and the front wipers are particularly slow. For comparison, at maximum speed, the speed is about one round trip per second. If they are indeed much slower, the causes can be multiple. But there is a good chance that it is the engine that is the cause. You can always remove components to perceive what slows the mechanism. Be careful not to damage the windshield. It is also plausible that the state of wear of the brush slows down the operation. In this situation, you just need to replace brushes .