Time for Windshield Wiper Insert Replacements. Suggestions?
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Time for Windshield Wiper Insert Replacements. Suggestions?
My C320 is now 22-months old and I need to think about replacing the windshield wiper blade inserts. So anyone have any experience in doing this yet? What brand, stock number to buy, etc.
BTW, I am NOT a fan of replacing the entire wiper arm... I'm no tree hugger, but the thought of having my steel, OEM wiper arms rusting away in some garbage dump makes me angry, as a waste of resources. So, I want to replace just the rubber inserts. Has anyone done this, yet?
BTW, I am NOT a fan of replacing the entire wiper arm... I'm no tree hugger, but the thought of having my steel, OEM wiper arms rusting away in some garbage dump makes me angry, as a waste of resources. So, I want to replace just the rubber inserts. Has anyone done this, yet?
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I went to autoZone, Advance Auot, and pep boys and they didnt have the right sizes for the coupe. MB replaced them at Service B free of charge
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Originally posted by TimmyC230boy
... MB replaced them at Service B free of charge...
... MB replaced them at Service B free of charge...
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RainX and Service B
Is RainX is really that good or did I just miss the humor in that? My wiper blades were also replaced during my first service B. But yesterday when is was pouring in SD, they kept or it felt like they were on too tight because they still kept screeching even though the entire winsheild was drnechd! Kind of annoying. I just went outside when i stopped to get gas and just kind of adjusted then again and they were fine. Just tell the dealer that you were having some problems or something.
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My dealer replaced mine for free at 8 months when I complained that they were noisy and left streak marks on the windshield. Now they wipe super clean without the noise.
I am not sure if aftermarket products would fit because I read somewhere saying that both inserts or of different lengths, but don't quote me on that.
I am not sure if aftermarket products would fit because I read somewhere saying that both inserts or of different lengths, but don't quote me on that.
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wiper inserts
I have a W208 (monowiper), but you can get Trico, Anco blade fillers at most parts stores.
My advice: don't get the Bosch blades - they're horrible. Streaky, smeary.
I replaced mine after 3 weeks of owning the car - I couldn't see at night driving in the rain.
I took apart the metal clip that retains the rubber insert onto the arm, as the MB clip fits best.
I takes a few minutes, but then you're going to have a things that fits properly and works right.
And I agree MB-Bob, I can't see chucking out a perfectly good wiper arm into landfill just for the few minutes of time it might save me.
Just skip over the Bosch - its like having instantaneous biodegrading rubber the moment you install them on the car.
My advice: don't get the Bosch blades - they're horrible. Streaky, smeary.
I replaced mine after 3 weeks of owning the car - I couldn't see at night driving in the rain.
I took apart the metal clip that retains the rubber insert onto the arm, as the MB clip fits best.
I takes a few minutes, but then you're going to have a things that fits properly and works right.
And I agree MB-Bob, I can't see chucking out a perfectly good wiper arm into landfill just for the few minutes of time it might save me.
Just skip over the Bosch - its like having instantaneous biodegrading rubber the moment you install them on the car.
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I think I saw some new blades, maybe the ones at TireRack, that have silicone on them. I guess it wipes this on the window with every wipe, and makes it slide easier and helps the water bead.
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Re: RainX and Service B
Originally posted by .elijah.
Is RainX is really that good or did I just miss the humor in that? My wiper blades were also replaced during my first service B. But yesterday when is was pouring in SD, they kept or it felt like they were on too tight because they still kept screeching even though the entire winsheild was drnechd! Kind of annoying. I just went outside when i stopped to get gas and just kind of adjusted then again and they were fine. Just tell the dealer that you were having some problems or something.
Is RainX is really that good or did I just miss the humor in that? My wiper blades were also replaced during my first service B. But yesterday when is was pouring in SD, they kept or it felt like they were on too tight because they still kept screeching even though the entire winsheild was drnechd! Kind of annoying. I just went outside when i stopped to get gas and just kind of adjusted then again and they were fine. Just tell the dealer that you were having some problems or something.
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Originally posted by Matt230K
I think I saw some new blades, maybe the ones at TireRack, that have silicone on them. I guess it wipes this on the window with every wipe, and makes it slide easier and helps the water bead.
I think I saw some new blades, maybe the ones at TireRack, that have silicone on them. I guess it wipes this on the window with every wipe, and makes it slide easier and helps the water bead.
here ya go: http://www.tirerack.com/accessories/...ries&x=115&y=8
oh and by the way, any aftermarket wiper replacement inserts will do. you can pick them up anywhere. autozone, walmart, etc. just get the right length for each wiper. 22" for passenger and 24" for driver.
i can't believe this is a whole thread based on wiper blades. they're the easiest thing to change on a car.
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Re: RainX and Service B
Originally posted by .elijah.
Is RainX is really that good or did I just miss the humor in that? My wiper blades were also replaced during my first service B. But yesterday when is was pouring in SD, they kept or it felt like they were on too tight because they still kept screeching even though the entire winsheild was drnechd! Kind of annoying. I just went outside when i stopped to get gas and just kind of adjusted then again and they were fine. Just tell the dealer that you were having some problems or something.
Is RainX is really that good or did I just miss the humor in that? My wiper blades were also replaced during my first service B. But yesterday when is was pouring in SD, they kept or it felt like they were on too tight because they still kept screeching even though the entire winsheild was drnechd! Kind of annoying. I just went outside when i stopped to get gas and just kind of adjusted then again and they were fine. Just tell the dealer that you were having some problems or something.
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Originally posted by C230Jeff
When I was in last, the tech at my MB dealer told me that they've received a mandate that the FIRST service is now going to be the B service... then A, then B, etc..., something about the financial implications. I thought that rather odd, but Timmy's post reminded me of it.
When I was in last, the tech at my MB dealer told me that they've received a mandate that the FIRST service is now going to be the B service... then A, then B, etc..., something about the financial implications. I thought that rather odd, but Timmy's post reminded me of it.
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the B service question
I'll bet that MBUSA gets lots of complaints about noisy / poor performing wiper blades.
Many of the folks on this site have had that issue - my guess is that unless the customer really complains about it, they won't get covered under the 4 yr/50,000 mi. service until the "B" service interval.
Out of all the cars I've had, I never had to replace new wiper blades because of them not working right. It practically a safety issue, as having night time visibility so compromised that you couldn't see dark colored cars through the "visual special effects" courtesy of the Bosch wipers
Many of the folks on this site have had that issue - my guess is that unless the customer really complains about it, they won't get covered under the 4 yr/50,000 mi. service until the "B" service interval.
Out of all the cars I've had, I never had to replace new wiper blades because of them not working right. It practically a safety issue, as having night time visibility so compromised that you couldn't see dark colored cars through the "visual special effects" courtesy of the Bosch wipers
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Re: the B service question
Originally posted by Hal H
I'll bet that MBUSA gets lots of complaints about noisy / poor performing wiper blades.
Many of the folks on this site have had that issue - my guess is that unless the customer really complains about it, they won't get covered under the 4 yr/50,000 mi. service until the "B" service interval.
Out of all the cars I've had, I never had to replace new wiper blades because of them not working right. It practically a safety issue, as having night time visibility so compromised that you couldn't see dark colored cars through the "visual special effects" courtesy of the Bosch wipers
I'll bet that MBUSA gets lots of complaints about noisy / poor performing wiper blades.
Many of the folks on this site have had that issue - my guess is that unless the customer really complains about it, they won't get covered under the 4 yr/50,000 mi. service until the "B" service interval.
Out of all the cars I've had, I never had to replace new wiper blades because of them not working right. It practically a safety issue, as having night time visibility so compromised that you couldn't see dark colored cars through the "visual special effects" courtesy of the Bosch wipers
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my wipers seem to work well, but they're only a few weeks old. they dont make any noise or visual effects, im just ammused by the rain sensing wipers trying to make their mind. when i think they shouldnt be wipping they working twice as hard.
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Originally posted by C230Jeff
When I was in last, the tech at my MB dealer told me that they've received a mandate that the FIRST service is now going to be the B service... then A, then B, etc..., something about the financial implications. I thought that rather odd, but Timmy's post reminded me of it.
When I was in last, the tech at my MB dealer told me that they've received a mandate that the FIRST service is now going to be the B service... then A, then B, etc..., something about the financial implications. I thought that rather odd, but Timmy's post reminded me of it.
I wonder if there is a chance to get a copy of that mandate considering how much some of these dealers don't know and try to pass on to the unsuspecting public.
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Originally posted by CitronC230K_03
my wipers seem to work well, but they're only a few weeks old. they dont make any noise or visual effects, im just ammused by the rain sensing wipers trying to make their mind. when i think they shouldnt be wipping they working twice as hard.
my wipers seem to work well, but they're only a few weeks old. they dont make any noise or visual effects, im just ammused by the rain sensing wipers trying to make their mind. when i think they shouldnt be wipping they working twice as hard.
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Originally posted by truelove79
i've noticed that too. they're too damn sensitive. last week it was just misting out and they were going really fast. i cranked it up to the 3rd option (Lo) and it was the same speed as the auto chose (too fast). i couldn't imagine it if they sqeaked or anything. they'd drive you nutz with no way to slow them down.
i've noticed that too. they're too damn sensitive. last week it was just misting out and they were going really fast. i cranked it up to the 3rd option (Lo) and it was the same speed as the auto chose (too fast). i couldn't imagine it if they sqeaked or anything. they'd drive you nutz with no way to slow them down.
Also, sometimes depending on humidity, the windshield isn't "dry" after a wipe. You can see sort of a layer of moisture, and this can cause the sensor to think there is still moisture and call for another wipe. It has been happening to mine lately. Although I have noticed different behavior when it is misty as opposed to actually drizzle.
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Originally posted by MarkL
I don't think the rain sensor selects the speed, only the wipe delay interval. The most they will do is full "low" speed if there is sufficient rain. BTW, position 1 is rain sense, 2 is "low" and 3 is "high" (assuming 0 is "off")
I don't think the rain sensor selects the speed, only the wipe delay interval. The most they will do is full "low" speed if there is sufficient rain. BTW, position 1 is rain sense, 2 is "low" and 3 is "high" (assuming 0 is "off")
thanks for the clarification of the positions.
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Originally posted by truelove79
that's what i meant, the interval. even in mist, they tend to equal the interval of "low", their shortest interval (too short for just mist). that's what citron means too i assume.
thanks for the clarification of the positions.
that's what i meant, the interval. even in mist, they tend to equal the interval of "low", their shortest interval (too short for just mist). that's what citron means too i assume.
thanks for the clarification of the positions.
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Originally posted by MarkL
I keep updating my post and I see you've already replied :p .
I keep updating my post and I see you've already replied
:p .
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either way, setting 1 (auto), 2 (low) or 3 (hi), you have no control over intermittent. if the wipers want to go fast, or the windshield sensor tells them to, they will. thats all im getting at. doesnt bother me to much and doesnt rain very often in san diego so im not overly concerned.
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Originally posted by CitronC230K_03
either way, setting 1 (auto), 2 (low) or 3 (hi), you have no control over intermittent. ...
either way, setting 1 (auto), 2 (low) or 3 (hi), you have no control over intermittent. ...
Doh! Dayum.
