Wiper motor problem

[gdb]

I've read all the posts on the wiper motors slowing up, so it appears my 1991 230TE needs its wiper motor greasing. Is this something I can do- I'm not a mechanic, and are there any simple instructions on how to do it?
The single wiper has become jerky, works ok on medium wipe, and slows down and stops on fast wipe.
Grateful for any advice. One slight problem is that I moved to France last year, and haven't managed to find a decent local garage other than the main dealer, so going to Halfords isn't really an option......!

 

[Blobcat]

Here are a couple of threads with pictures; http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showthread.php?t=20453
http://forums.mercedesclub.org.uk/showthread.php?t=24053

 

[C220GJS]

This thread refers to the wiper mechanism fitted to your car;http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=66429. But I'm afraid you need to remove the full unit to do it properly, not really a big job if you are mechanically inclined.

 

[gdb]

Wiper motor - thank you

Having spent an hour reading all the posts on how to strip down and grease the wiper motor, and many associated web pages on the merits of all kinds of grease........I think my best course is to take the car to a garage.
Thanks everyone for the advice.
gdb

 

[television]

Having spent an hour reading all the posts on how to strip down and grease the wiper motor, and many associated web pages on the merits of all kinds of grease........I think my best course is to take the car to a garage.
Thanks everyone for the advice.
gdb

Did not think that you needed wipers in france we have all worn ours out over here:cry:

malcolm