Windscreen wiper failure

[calumc]

My MG5 (2022, non facelift) has an issue with front wipers and washers not operating.
I can hear a "relay" clicking when operating the stalk.
Fuse 30 under the bonnet is not blown.

I believe this happened in the recent heavy snow/frost, which may have jammed the wipers.
Nearest dealer is several hour's drive away, so not an ideal option.

Any tips/suggestions?

I found this

Rear Wiper Not Working

Quick volt meter check at the wiper motor first by the dealer should give a clue to what is going on. Could just be a loose earth wire on the motor.

www.mgevs.com

But some "encouragement" didn't seem to help.

EDIT - I believe the clicking is coming from the wiper motor itself.
I did some minor disassembly and removed the connector from the motor.
The clicking sound no longer happened (tested with bonnet closed).
Replaced the cable and the clicking is back.

 

[Alb]

Seems quite likely a drive connection has sheared in the motor/gearbox assembly.

 

[5teep]

Sounds like something a local mechanic could diagnose for you.

 

[calumc]

cheers, yeah I've gone ahead and ordered a used motor and linkage from eBay... will either DIY or get a local mechanic to fit. Pretty disappointing that it would break like that. Never had that happen with any other cars.

Just circling back. the ebay replacement sorted the problem.
Cost £80 including fast postage, and was a pretty easy DIY job.

I called my nearest dealer who said warranty repair bookings were into april now (3 months...).
Warranty isn't worth much with that sort of delay!