After some very cold weather, involving my windshield wip...
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Ron Z.
210 days ago
Hi! Welcome to JustAnswer. Thank you for contacting us for assistance with your vehicle. I'm Ron. I will be happy to assist you with your question. May I ask to whom I have the pleasure of speaking with today?
Customer
210 days ago
Hey Ron! Thanks for your time. This is Terry R.
Ron Z.
210 days ago
Hi Terry. Nice to see you today! I'm sorry to hear you are having this problem. I know this can be frustrating.
Please give me one moment to type out some information for you. Sit tight one minute... I'll be right back!
Customer
210 days ago
Of course! Take your time. Can provide additional details if needed
Ron Z.
210 days ago
Thanks for holding, Terry.
When only one wiper arm is moving, first, check the wiper arm mounting nut at the base of the wiper arm. Pry off the plastic cap with a small, flat-blade tool to access the nut. Make sure the night is good and tight. If the nut is tight and still no movement, then the problem will lie in the wiper transmission. It is common for a 'pivot ball' of the transmission to pop out after being frozen. The wiper transmission is located under the cowl grill at the base of the windshield. For an image location view, click here: <u><strong><a href="https://bit.ly/30i4zeH" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://bit.ly/30i4zeH</a></strong></u>. To gain access, remove the wiper arms. Remove the cowl covers.
Customer
210 days ago
If the issue is due to the wiper transmission, will this pivot ball need replacement? Or simply just to be inserted back in
Ron Z.
210 days ago
Unfortunately, the pivot balls are not repairable. Once they pop out, they are no good. The wiper transmission as a whole will need to be replaced.
Customer
210 days ago
I see. And let me ask you this, I am aware that Cadillacs sometimes require to be worked on by mechanics at their respective dealer. Would you happen to know or be aware of anyone that would be able to help me repair this locally? I reside in Columbus, OH, 43215
Ron Z.
210 days ago
Unfortunately, we are not allowed to promote any businesses. My advice is to try AngiesList.com or YellowPages.com. Both are free to use and both have real reviews from real people in your area. Find a repeatable shop with Caddy experience... and you should be just fine.
Customer
210 days ago
I figured haha I just wanted to check! But thank you so much Ron, that should be all the answers I need for the moment. I appreciate it! Have a great day.
Ron Z.
210 days ago
You're welcome, Terry! Glad I could be of some help today! I hope everything works out well for you!
Have a great day!
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