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Audi A4 B5: Wipers Acting Erratically After Ignition Key Turned

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Why do the windshield wipers on an Audi A4 B5 start by themselves, sweep erratically, and stop in the wrong position after the ignition is turned on?

The fault was in the wiper motor’s limit switch/end-position mechanism, not the relay module under the steering wheel [#16511684] Check the motor contacts for support and the end position, because these can cause the wipers to sweep and then stop randomly [#16487982][#16486615] One reply also noted that there is no separate rear-wiper relay and that the electronics are in the wiper motor itself [#16488698] Replacing the motor was the final fix in this case, with the reported new motor cost being PLN 180 [#16511684]
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    Exits the wiper motor.
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    Hello .
    The capacitor in the relay should be replaced or an old relay should be installed. I would check the wiper motor (contacts for support and end position) as suggested by colleague Decybel 91.
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    The problem with windshield wipers is so suddenly, did you fix something? It may be the fault of the control handle not this type (rear wiper). There may be a different pin configuration (my flush).
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    The switch may be dirty inside, which can also cause these symptoms. There is no rear wiper relay, because all the electronics are in the wiper motor.
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    Rear wiper lever turned off to the starting position? .The rear engine has a electronics shield that you are talking about.
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    As for the first question, there is both, that is the electronics in the SMD version and the shield also to make the motor support and stop in the end position.
    The second thing is do not cut these wires. The switched off position is the lever towards you, switched on you move away from you.
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Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around an issue with the windshield wipers of an Audi A4 B5, which activate erratically after the ignition key is turned. The user describes the wipers starting immediately, moving unpredictably, and sometimes returning to the correct position. Initial thoughts suggested a faulty wiper motor, but further investigation pointed towards the wiper relay module (part 377) under the steering wheel. Attempts to clean contacts and replace the module did not resolve the issue. Responses from other users indicated that the problem could stem from a damaged capacitor in the relay module or issues with the wiper motor's limit switch. Ultimately, it was determined that the limit switch in the motor was the culprit, leading to a successful resolution after its replacement.
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