Wiper 1998 C280

[davja]

The wiper on my C280 became sluggish mid wipe and eventually stopped on a very rainy night. I could still hear the motor working so decided to investigate. Upon opening the gearing cover, I see that the wiper is driven by a plastic cog, however my one is now smooth as the teeth have been ground away by the motor driving against the stuck wiper. Think I know the answer to this one, but does anyone know if it is possible to replace the plastic gearing or am I looking at a complete motor and gearing. Hope others learn from this the value of lubricating the very inaccessible wiper drive mechanism and not just the arm. Photo attached.

 

[pascal]

The dreaded wiper drive mechanicism again. Lube all dried up I suppose.

Anyway you could ring Mercman in Southamton
Parts@mercman.net

Mercman Ltd.
Units 1/2 Manor Industrial Estate
Manor House Avenue
Millbrook
Southampton
SO15 0LF

Tel : 023-8078 4444

Web: www.mercman.net

Pascal

 

[nick mercedes]

I've got used wiper mechs and motors if that's any help.

 

[davja]

Thanks Pascal - I have sent them an e-mail asking the above question.

Thanks Nick, that is interesting - At the minute I'm trying to remove the motor - so far unsuccessfully, as it is well recessed and very awkward to get at. I'll get back to you when / If I manage to remove the damaged part.