Car Problem Solver

Fix it step by step

Try the steps in order, easiest and safest first. After each one, tell us if the problem is gone.

1. 1Step 1: Run a short dry wipe and note the soundLow risk

   1. Run a short dry wipe and note the sound.
   2. Apply washer fluid and repeat the wipe.
   3. Clean the glass and the blade edge.
   4. Swap blades side to side if sizes match.
   5. Inspect the rubber edge for cracks or hard spots.
   6. Check wiper arm pressure and alignment against the glass.

   Then check whether the problem is still there.

   From the guide section: Use this 5-step diagnosis to find the cause

   It worked ✅Still broken ➜
2. 2Step 2: Clean glass and blade edge gentlyLow risk

   1. Start with the windshield itself.
   2. Wipe the glass with a proper glass cleaner, then clean the rubber edge gently so you are not dragging grit across it on the next pass.

   Then check whether the problem is still there.

   From the guide section: How do you keep your windshield wipers from squeaking? > Clean the glass and blade edge

   It worked ✅Still broken ➜
3. 3Step 3: Check wiper blade installation and alignmentLow risk

   1. New wiper blades should be checked before assuming they are defective.
   2. Make sure the connector is locked in, the blade faces the correct direction, and the arm sits at the proper angle.

   Then check whether the problem is still there.

   From the guide section: How do you keep your windshield wipers from squeaking? > Check installation and alignment

   It worked ✅Still broken ➜
4. 4Step 4: Still not fixed? See a mechanicLow riskIf nothing else worked

   1. If the steps above did not fix it, have a qualified mechanic inspect the car.
   2. Tell them what you saw, which steps you tried, and any warning lights, noises or smells.
   3. Stop driving and arrange a tow or roadside help if the car feels unsafe: the brakes feel wrong, the engine overheats, steam or smoke appears, or a red warning light stays on.

   Then check whether the problem is still there.

   General advice added by this tool, not taken from the guide.

   It worked ✅Still broken ➜