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Renault Scenic wiper problem?

I have just replaced the wiper blades on Renault grand Scenic and the driver's side wiper is still not wiping the the screen clear. theres a large area of the centre of the windscreen left
Ollie Hynes, July 2010
hi, i know that the fault with wipers may have been fixed by now, but thought i would leave an answer for others who have the same fault and are looking for the answer.
it is not the wiper blades that are at fault but one of the bearings at the bottom of the arm it self. to replace the arm Renault will charge approx +£50 for a new arm and all you have to replace is the two bearings at the bottom of the arm, the bearings are ABEC 5. you can find them at most skateboard shops for couple of pound or search on ebay, just enter the name of the bearings and search.
they are very easy to replace basic mechanical skill needed.

cardiff blue, January 2011
check the actual wiper arm spring is ok and your blade rubber isnt damaged

wickham, July 2010
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