Windscreen Wiper Blades

[mgpooter]

We don't need them yet but has anybody found a source for these yet? Have had a search online and nearly all the suppliers don't seem to know our MG3 Hybrids even exist!

 

[Italy]

Windscreen wipers. Which system ?

A quick question about the MG3's windscreen wipers: Is it a 19 mm top lock system? Another fastening system? J Hook? Bayonet ? Pinch tab ? What are the dimensions? ---> I have found : 55 & 48 cm Thank you for your answers.

www.mgevs.com

Yes, that's true, and it's confusing because the system for attaching the windscreen wipers seems unusual or novel.

Fortunately, the new MG ZS Hybrid+ has the same kind of wipers.

 

[evor]

Never looked at the system on the mg3. I'm assuming which I shouldn't that MG hasn't invented a new fitting type, found this highlighting what Haynes say are the type of connectors.

Wiper Blade Mounting Types

Wiper blades are a vital safety component fitted to every car. However, they aren't as straightforward as you'd think, with several different types available.

haynes.com

This is just being offered as a source of data not saying people haven't already checked.

 

[Italy]

HAYNES is not familiar with MG3

 

[evor]

HAYNES is not familiar with MG3

Not saying it is as said the article covers different types of fittings doesn't mention specific cars. It shows industry standard fittings and as also said unless mg have produced there own, thought it was worth putting up to see if any compared to what is on car.

 

[Alb]

There's almost certainly an equivalent out there.
I recently changed the original wipers on my MG5 for Bosch Aerotwin A188S.
Perfectly compatible but no mention of them being suitable for any MG let alone the MG5.
The actual applicability list was:

Alfa Romeo Giuletta (940) 04/2010-onwards
Chrysler Delta 06/2011-onwards
Fiat Bravo (198) 03/2007-onwards
Hyundai i30 (FD/FDH) 09/2007-03/2010
Hyundai i30CW (FD/FDH) 02/2008-03/2010
Kia Cee'd (ED/FF2) 11/2006-06/2009
Kia Cee'd Sporty Wagon (ED/FF2) 09/2007-06/2009
Kia Pro Cee'd (ED) 10/2007-06/2009
Lancia Delta (844) 07/2008-onwards
Peugeot 308 (T9) 07/2013-onwards
Peugeot 308 SW (T9) 01/2014-onwards
Skoda Superb (3T4) 03/2008-onwards
Skoda Superb Combi (3T5) 03/2009-onwards
VW Caddy (2C; 2K; SA) 11/2006-onwards
VW Caddy Panel Van (2K) 11/2006-onwards
VW Touran (1T3) 05/2010-05/2015

 

[Italy]

Not saying it is as said the article covers different types of fittings doesn't mention specific cars. It shows industry standard fittings and as also said unless mg have produced there own, thought it was worth putting up to see if any compared to what is on car.

It's true and you're right...

The MG3's fastening system looks like a side lock or pinch tab.

To be confirmed.

Note that the MG3 manual shows a fixing system that is not exact, as it corresponds to the MG4.

 

[Italy]

I think it's more complicated and on this video the K4 adapter looks the closest.

And I'm not even sure of what I'm saying.

 

[mj224]

I needed new wipers for my ZS EV mk1.

Halfords listed them, but the listing was wrong.

I had to get the dealer to replace them, at some cost, inevitably...

 

[Italy]

Yes, I understand that's what we want to avoid, of course.

We're waiting for someone to give us the right information about the model that must exist at the major manufacturers (Bosch, Valeo etc).

 

[mgpooter]

Thanks for all your responses. Nope, surprisingly Bosch didn't have them listed.

 

[Italy]

Thanks for all your responses. Nope, surprisingly Bosch didn't have them listed.

Not yet

 

[MG Clive]

Thanks for all your responses. Nope, surprisingly Bosch didn't have them listed.

I would expect Bosch to be the first to have them produced for the MG3 Hybrid.

 

[mgpooter]

Valleo again a 'no'.
AI suggested RAC shop and blades.co.uk, they were a 'no' too. Keep trying...

 

[evor]

Just saw this on ebay they are size of one of the wipers according to manual. 22" or 55.5cmMultiple fixings. If anyone wants to buy and see if any of them fit.

Pardon our interruption...

This is on uk site.

 

[MG Clive]

Thanks @evor, I'm not keen on universal wipers with adapters myself, but they would be ok if desperate.

 

[Pine]

What is the problem with getting the wiper blades from the main dealer? Sure they may be more expensive than your local parts shop or the internet but just think about how much you saved by buying a MG3 in the first place.

 

[Whoopedoodaa]

We don't need them yet but has anybody found a source for these yet? Have had a search online and nearly all the suppliers don't seem to know our MG3 Hybrids even exist!

As I reported in a previous post, I needed to replace the wipers on my MG3 hybrid. Due to the unique fitting, no other store, such as Halfords or European Car Parts, could offer replacements. The wipers I needed came from the dealer where I purchased the vehicle.

 

[MG Clive]

As I reported in a previous post, I needed to replace the wipers on my MG3 hybrid. Due to the unique fitting, no other store, such as Halfords or European Car Parts, could offer replacements. The wipers I needed came from the dealer where I purchased the vehicle.

Just out of interest @Whoopedoodaa, why did you need to replace yours?

 

[OriginalBigAl]

You could try replacing just the rubber blade part and use the original frames. Can be bought as a roll ( usual places ) and cut to length to suit.