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Windscreen wipers stop in the wrong position — either in the middle of the screen or upright — rather than returning to the parked position at the bottom. This fault code is stored when the engine control unit detects a specific fault condition. Common causes include sensor failures, wiring faults, and component wear. Always read additional fault codes before replacing parts — multiple codes together provide a clearer diagnosis. Clear the code after repair and test drive to confirm the fault does not return.
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No commonly reported misdiagnoses for this fault yet. If you have replaced a part that did not fix this problem, submit a wrong diagnosis report — it helps other drivers avoid the same costly mistake.
Wipers stuck vertical. Found the linkage pivot arm had seized solid with corrosion. Dismantled, cleaned with penetrating oil, greased all pivot points and reassembled. Wipers park correctly now. Grease the linkage pivots every couple of years to prevent this.
Parts replaced: Penetrating oil, grease
Wipers stopped in the middle of the screen when turned off. Classic park switch failure inside the wiper motor. Dismantled the motor and replaced the park switch contacts — they were burnt. Wiper motor itself was fine. Part cost £8, couple of hours fiddly work.
Parts replaced: Wiper motor park switch contacts
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