Question 1

What does a wiper linkage do?

Accepted Answer

The wiper linkage is the component that attaches the windscreen wiper motor to the wiper arms and blades. Its job is to transmit the motion of the wiper motor to the wiper arms and blades to clear rain, snow and ice from your windscreen. This component is an important safety feature as it plays a key role in ensuring the driver has good visibility at all times.

Question 2

How often should a wiper linkage need replacing?

Accepted Answer

The wiper linkage on your car should last its lifetime, however this will depend on the driving conditions, how often your wipers are used and the quality of the parts. Be sure to have your wiper system checked if you notice any of the above symptoms and make sure you turn your wipers on regularly, even in summer, to avoid the linkage seizing up.

Question 3

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

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A broken or faulty wiper linkage is both dangerous and illegal on UK roads. The unpredictable weather in this country means that drivers rely on their windscreen wipers to provide much needed visibility in rainy weather, without which they would be a danger on the roads. The wiper system is also thoroughly checked during the MOT and any fault or malfunction will result in an MOT failure.

Question 4

What causes a wiper linkage to break?

Accepted Answer

The wiper linkage is attached to the wiper motor, which is usually located under the hood of the vehicle and is protected from the elements. However, because the linkage is often exposed to the sun, snow, wind, and rain it is more susceptible to wear and tear or breaking entirely without warning. One of the most common causes of premature wear is overuse in rainy climates or in cold temperatures where the windshield wipers are frozen and may stick to the windshield. This sticking causes the linkage to strip from the wiper arm, requiring a replacement to be fitted.

Question 5

When should a wiper linkage be replaced?

Accepted Answer

The windshield wiper linkage is designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, but like any other mechanical part it can break or malfunction when you least expect it. As soon as you begin to notice your wipers struggling to move across the windscreen, making strange noises or moving out of sync, you should have your wiper system, including the linkage, looked at by a mechanic and replaced.Fully functioning wipers are a key safety feature in your car so it’s vital that you get them fixed as soon as you notice a problem.

Question 6

What are the signs of a bad wiper linkage?

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Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
If the wiper arms get stuck at various points on the windscreen
If you can hear the motor running but the arms are not moving
If only one wiper arm moves
Wiper blades rotate out of sequence
If the wiper blades sputter or make a grinding noise when operating

Question 7

What happens during a wiper linkage replacement?

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During the repair our certified mechanics will:
Inspect the windscreen wiper system and carry out checks to determine the exact fault.
If necessary, they will replace the windscreen wiper linkage.
They will then advise if any other parts need to be replaced.
The mechanic will test the windscreen wiper system to ensure it works correctly.
They will make any final adjustments, if necessary.

Question 8

What is the average life of a wiper linkage?

Accepted Answer

A wiper linkage is designed to last the lifetime of your vehicle, however the linkage is often exposed to the sun, snow, wind, and rain so is more susceptible to wear and tear or breaking without warning. One of the most common causes of premature wear is overuse in rainy climates or in cold temperatures where the windshield wipers are frozen and may stick to the windshield. This sticking causes the linkage to strip from the wiper arm, requiring a replacement to be fitted.

Question 9

Can you drive with a broken or missing wiper linkage?

Accepted Answer

No you shouldn’t drive with a bad wiper linkage. Driving with faulty wipers isn't just potentially dangerous, it's also illegal and could result in a hefty fine if you’re pulled over.Poor visibility out of your windscreen can greatly reduce your reaction time and cause you to miss important signs and dangerous hazards on the road. A wiper system that doesn't clear the screen properly and affects the drivers' visibility is dangerous and will also result in an instant MOT fail.

Question 10

Does a wiper linkage deteriorate with age?

Accepted Answer

Over time, the wiper linkage can become bent and worn. This is especially true if the wipers are used in areas where heavy snow and ice are common during the winter months.

Question 11

How popular is Audi in the United Kingdom?

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Audi AG is a German automobile manufacturer, established over 100 years ago in April 1910, and has been owned by the Volkswagen Group since the 1960s.

Question 12

Luxury executive vehicles for every type of driver

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This marque design and engineer luxury vehicles and distributes them worldwide. In the UK alone, there were over 1.7m Audi vehicles on the roads in the final quarter of 2018; a number that is continually growing year after year, and has more than doubled in the past decade.Audi’s success can be attributed to its ability to move with the times, retaining its reputation as a prestige manufacturer and as part of the ‘big 3’ German marques responsible for high sales throughout the world market, alongside Mercedes and BMW.

Question 13

Vorsprung durch Technik

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Audi’s current range features predominantly luxury executive and family cars of varying sizes: with compact to full-size saloons, coupés and sportback models, complemented by a growing range of SUV and sports car models.

Question 14

Audi: A sensation in rallying motorsport

Accepted Answer

The Audi brand is easily recognisable by their 4-ring logo—originally representing the four car companies to create Audi’s predecessor company, Auto Union—and their world famous slogan that ran for over 30 years, translated as ‘Being ahead through technology’. Despite no longer being used in their mainstream marketing, the meaning behind it still stands true of the brand today.

Question 15

Audi’s reliability and reputation

Accepted Answer

Throughout the 1980s the Audi Quattro was famous for dominating rallying worldwide. The introduction of their four-wheel drive turbocharged model went on to win the World Rally Championships in both 1983 and 1984 and amassed a number of podium finishes and titles throughout the decade, all across the globe.

Question 16

Recent Audi recalls and reliability issues

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Various recalls have been made on Audi models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 17

09/05/2019 – Audi A4 and A5 (2019)

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The rigidity of the shock absorbent fork

Question 18

09/05/2019 – Audi A4 (2019)

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The Rigidity of the shock absorber fork

Question 19

16/04/2019 – Audi Q5 (2018)

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The brake master cylinder specifications

Question 20

18/03/2019 – Audi A4, A5, A5 Cabrio, A6, A7, A8 (2014–16)

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Fuel may escape from fuel rails

Question 21

27/02/2019 – Audi A3 (2018)

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The centre rear seat head restraint may not be to specification

Question 22

27/02/2019 – Audi A8, Q7 and Q8 (2018)

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The rigidity of the front shock absorbent fork

Question 23

22/02/2019 – Audi A6, A7 (2014)

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The auxiliary heater element in the air conditioner may fail

Question 24

17/12/2018 – Audi A6 (2018)

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Rear fixed glass lid bonding may no meet correct specificationAll recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Audi Q5	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi RS3 Sportback	£526	£405 - £494	£76
Audi A4 quattro	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi RS7	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi Q2	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi A3	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi A4 allroad	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi S6	£526	£405 - £494	£76
Audi A6 allroad	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi A3 Sportback	£497	£376 - £459	£79
Audi S5 Coupe	£526	£405 - £494	£76
Audi A4 Cabrio	£497	£376 - £459	£79
Audi Q7	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi RS5 Coupe	£526	£405 - £494	£76
Audi S3 Sportback	£497	£376 - £459	£79
Audi A4 quattro	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi A5	£497	£376 - £459	£79
Audi Cabriolet	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi S4	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi A6 quattro	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi Q5	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi RS3 Sportback	£526	£405 - £494	£76
Audi A4 quattro	£505	£385 - £470	£77
Audi RS7	£505	£395 - £483	£66
Audi Q2	£505	£385 - £470	£77

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