SKODA FABIA Wiper Linkage Mechanism, Scuttle panel (Mk1 99-07)

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In this video I show you how I removed/refit the windscreen wiper linkage mechanism/motor and scuttle panel on a Skoda Fabia MK1 (99-07) which is similar to other VW/Audi/Seat/Skoda models
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@charlestrelogan7049 6 ай бұрын

A very well edited and put together video. Nicely done.

@HatBoyHarvey 6 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, appreciate that :-)

@samuelw.venturaurena1401 4 жыл бұрын

ThankU For EVERYTHING... I Have a Fabia Combi 2001

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, I had wanted the combi many times as it's just that little bit bigger without being too big, great car (s) :-)

@georgebirchall4281 3 ай бұрын

Extremely useful video, as always. Thank you.

@HatBoyHarvey 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure :-)

@rmuttley5511 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Great video, thanks. Just what I needed to sort the wife's car. Keep up the good work.

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do my best to 👍

@chalcac3462 3 жыл бұрын

Another super video. Finally got round to do it :) as I was afraid of rampant hidden corrosion ( but found none ) BUT had to remove the scuttle panel to properly access that bastard !!!!! connector to motor as super difficult to remove as I am left handed. Tks for your efforts.

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Thnks, very welcome :-)

@theeagle8652 4 жыл бұрын

Video cut, edited and handled like a pro! Keep doing videos, they are indeed great! 👍

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

I thank you Sir, really appreciate that, it makes doing these worthwhile :-)

@theeagle8652 4 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarveyThis car is blessed to have you as it's owner 😀👍

@peterbenc8397 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Harvey,very got video 👍

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it :-)

@philgee7249 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Many thanks

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

Many thanks!

@emincaneser2935 8 ай бұрын

Videolarını büyük bir hayranlıkla izliyorum tebrikler 🎉

@HatBoyHarvey 8 ай бұрын

Teşekkür ederim arkadaşım bunu çok takdir ediyorum :-)

@100brav6 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video. You are the best

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks :-)

@andrewpoulter8668 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent quality video. Much better than most of the rubbish on here

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it :-)

@nerminnermic8104 4 жыл бұрын

Well done👍

@paulkershaw5454 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video, I will use this info to gain access to the drainage holes, I have water coming into the front footwells.

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome. Have a look at the inner carrier door seal on the front doors also as these have also been known to leak water into the front footwell :-)

@paulkershaw5454 3 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey thank you, I will.

@DubbyDec Жыл бұрын

Hey man, a bit of a longshot but I have the same issue since the torrential rain we've had recently. Door panels are dry and it's the passenger footwell that has puddled up. How did you get on?

@paulkershaw5454 Жыл бұрын

@@DubbyDec hi Declan, sorry I've only just seen your message, I cleared out the drain holes and it fixed the issue, I did reseal the inner door seal as well just incase.

@DubbyDec Жыл бұрын

@@paulkershaw5454 I got a friend to have a look for me, he got the wiper blades off and we saw lots of dirt buildup which blocked the drainage hole on the passenger side. All dry now :)

@sergeyenigma5841 4 жыл бұрын

Супер! Всё отлично сделано!

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

я счастлив, что тебе нравится. I am happy you like it :-)

@Hitngan 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated.

@jasurrakhmedov861 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect! :DD thank you

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I do like perfect! :-)

@SmAEsch0R 3 жыл бұрын

perfect as ALWAYS !!! don't stop until you changed every screw of that car :P

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, great advice, will try to do that ;-)

@harpalete22 Жыл бұрын

hello, I have the plastic grid that sticks to the windshield spaced out. How could I clean the mess from there to step on the windshield perfectly?

@riotagus 2 жыл бұрын

i did use a vacum cleaner to clear the leaves and a long plastic brush to lose all the debri.

@KoolKy04schannel Жыл бұрын

growing turnips under the scuttle panel good idea👍😂

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

This year I'm growing sprouts ;-)

@hal4899 Жыл бұрын

Hey Harvey - Skoda Fabia 2008 - the right windscreen wiper has suddenly stopped working but left works perfect! Obvs an issue so I can’t drive it due to beautiful England weather! My mechanic wouldn’t even look at it saying it needs a new motor change and just left! The right blade is really loose compared to the other and wondering if I did exactly this then maybe it’ll work? I’m so unsure, wish I knew more about this or knew someone who did.

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

I would strip it down and have a look to see if the mechanism has come apart/loose underneath the scuttle panel. If that is the case you should be able to put it back without taking the whole motor out. If you don't feel you are up to it following my video don't attempt it at all and find someone who could. I'm sure the issue can be sorted relatively easily though, even if a new motor mechanism (scrap yard best bet here) is needed. You could post a video using your phone on your channel for me to look at if you like showing the issues. Hope that helps :-) just realised your Fabian us a mk2, so it will be slightly different I think.

@MrocznyTechnik 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making Fabia MK1 Open-Source. Are You planing the 'serious stuff' like timing belt or head gasket?

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

Like the 'Open Source; analogy I'm working my way through the peripheral and most common faults that I or others have had. I may do the timing belt, but I will need a little bit of pocket money to cover the costs of some stuff as there is nothing wrong with the car other than a little carbon build up which could get me to take the head off. I can't take the engine out as my garage is too full of junk, if I had bigger garage I would - it's fun . have you anything particular in mind? :-)

@DanJLaw 4 жыл бұрын

Hatboyharvey the type of guy to strip his car down at the side of the road if he broke down 😂, great vid as always

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

I was driving in the south of France one hot summer and the front wheel hub collapsed Km from nowhere - I calmly got the tools out and fixed it - job done! :-)

@RANDEEP685 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Harvey my passenger side wiper is not working, and when I look where the nut is the threaded bit just spins, would I need to replace the whole linkage or has something come undone?

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like either the threads are threaded or the wiper has rounded off and will no longer grip the shaft. If the threads are gone you will have to get another unit or if the wiper arm only, then you're lucky and only a new arm is necessary. you maybe able to repair the thread and fit another nut if the nut is mainly causing the issue :-)

@ricky21983 3 жыл бұрын

A while ago I found a video of yours I think on how to fix/replace the from screen wash tubing, do you still have this video

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

I think you want: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q7BjZa-lrK_LoIE.html maybe?

@JG-lx5bo 3 жыл бұрын

Just wondering but my wipers on my fabia work but stop on the upright position. Would I have to do this or would they rest automatically?

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

You may have a relay issue, I would use OBD2 diagnostics first to see if you can reset/test the wiper function.

@AlexS-qm3rv 4 жыл бұрын

Great video will you do the video I requested

@geodanick7027 2 жыл бұрын

Hy there buddy...do you have any ideea of the wipers tempomat not working? Were is the fuze and each one is it?

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

Could be the switch, spray with electrical spray or replace. Some models had the relay in next to wiper motor but others have it in the voltage control box, check all electrical connections and oil/grease mechanism or replace. Fuse: 15

@geodanick7027 2 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey Cheers Buddy...i really like all your videos and i do have and drive nearly same car...1.4 petrol 52 reg.plate...i will try all your options mentioned...cheers for the advice...i am happy for you time to reply back.

@noranurro9208 2 жыл бұрын

My front viper blades stopped working but the back one still works. Any guesses on how I might be able to fix it ? Great channel by the way ! Already found it helpful with my new car 😊

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

Which model/year? Have you looked at the fuses 15, 41 ? test the fuses are OK with test light. Has it been frosty and the wipers have gotten stuck on the windscreen? Take the scuttle panel out and test to see if there is power to the unit? if there is then try helping it move when activating as the motor may be stuck, if so then replace. Is there is a relay next to the motor assembly - check/replace? if not then the relay is in the electronic control unit under the drivers dash - check connections, it could be something as simple as a bad ground to the motor. Also the wiper stalk lever switch maybe faulty - spray electrical contact spray in switch and move/ dismantle and test/replace. Hope this helps. The wipers are usually pretty reliable and no fun if it rains without, so I hope you can find the fault :-)

@noranurro9208 2 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey it’s a 2006 fabia combi . It is winter here but I always make sure they are not stuck to the windscreen . I will take a look at the fuses first 🤗 that would be an easy fix ! Thanks for the advice !

@peterSlovakia116 Жыл бұрын

Mám Fabiu 1,55 2002 automat, motorček ostrekovačov čelného skla je ok, Ale neide mi tak voda ostrekovania čelného skla, je tam niekde spojka hadičky? Hadička ostrekovania čelného skla je spojená na 2x ? Ok Kadiaľ vedie? zadná časť je ok. Ďakujem za radu.

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

Under the wheel arch, behind the wheel arch panel liner.

@bartvansuijlekom6049 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Harvey, the front wipers of my skoda fabia combi are making noise and stutter when they are moving up. I already changed the wiper blades (bosch aerotwins) but it wont help. Do you know if there is anything else i can try? Thanks!

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

There are a number of things to do here and one of the things is buying new ones, which you have done by buying great wiper blades as I have these too. You need to use a good screenwash and not just water with antifreeze. You need to super clean the windscreen properly all over. Clean the blades with WD40. check the tension of the arms onto the windscreen, if it is weak then you can fix this by bending the arms a bit. Check the spring and mechanism is working without play. Are the wiper arms secured at the base, tighten if necessary. Check the size is correct for your particular car model. If you have viewed this video, do you suspect the motor and mechanism? is it loose/noisy?

@bartvansuijlekom6049 2 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey thanks! I will look at it

@bartvansuijlekom6049 2 жыл бұрын

I've thoroughly cleaned the window and wipers and bent the arms a bit to the up stroke (towards the window) and the bouncing/noise is over.Thnx for your help!

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

@@bartvansuijlekom6049 Great, happy motoring :-)

@nikola5967 4 жыл бұрын

Can u make a video how to remove hood?

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, hope this helps:-) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ps-Tpdti2dHHlIU.html

@Termiic 3 жыл бұрын

Harveeeeeey, this is ridiculous! Of course, my wiper mechanism broke! Of course, i replaced it the way you showed (getting the electrical connector off with it's bloody tab was a pain in the ass in minus freezing degrees outside). And now, guess what? Those seatbelts are saggy! And i've found a certain somebody who also seems to have a video on that problem as well!!

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Termiic, sorry to hear you're having problems in this cold spell, hope my videos help to warm your fabi up :-)

@Termiic 3 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey if not for your videos, i wouldn't DARE to touch my little tank-of-a-Fabia. Just wanted to tell you what an excellent job you've done by making them! *fistbump 🤜🤛

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

Cool my friend, fistbump 🤜🤛

@walterzul 3 жыл бұрын

Hi friend. What kind of oil and grease do you use to lubricate?

@HatBoyHarvey 3 жыл бұрын

I think the mechanism is relatively protected from the rain and dirt, but maybe it would be prudent to use a waterproof grease here. not sure if there is a rubber seal in the shafts, maybe there is and if so then a silicone grease would be best otherwise white lithium waterproof grease. Of course if you haven't got these then any general purpose grease is better than none at all. I use car oil first to to free things up - clean off then apply grease. Hope this helps and isn't too confusing :-)

@walterzul 3 жыл бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey Thanks. It´s clear. My father has a Fabia 2004, great car! and this video was very useful to check and clean the wiper system. Regards from Colombia.

@djturbine7565 10 ай бұрын

Hi Harvey My Fabia 1.2 Petrol 2005 wipers seem to have forgotten their park position. I believe the reason for this was somebody trying to clear a windscreen full of snow off some years ago and it's pulled the mechanism out of sync. They wipe fine but park themselves about 5 inches up from the proper park position. Are you aware of this issue/what I will need to do to fix it? Does the wiper motor need taking apart or linkage adjusting? Your videos have been invaluable for other small jobs on my car so thanks for creating as much content as you do!

@HatBoyHarvey 10 ай бұрын

does it do it in all speed positions and do they now go over at the top end?

@djturbine7565 10 ай бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey They move through the full range of motion with no issues. They don’t hit the A pillar at the top or the scuttle panel at the bottom. The issue is when you turn the wipers off, they stop about 5 inches up the windscreen on the up sweep.

@HatBoyHarvey 10 ай бұрын

It sounds as though the snow removing process may have moved the park switch so you would need to take the scuttle panel off and adjust the linkage on the splines. I've never done that, sorry, so it would be new to me also. Maybe you could just move the wipers themselves on the splines, that's all I ever did, but I'm not saying that's the thing to do as it may just move the wipers lower and the top then is short. I didn't dismantle the motor any further on this video, so maybe I should have explored a bit more. I have an old rear motor, maybe I will look at that one. Sorry not to be of more help :-)

@djturbine7565 10 ай бұрын

@@HatBoyHarvey Yeah I have been attempting to get them off and adjust their position this afternoon but they’re completely seized up so have ordered a puller tool. I’ve read that opening the motor and cleaning some of the contacts can help resolve so will look there next. No apologies needed and thanks again for your advice, immensely helpful! I’ll report back should I manage to fix it.

@HatBoyHarvey 10 ай бұрын

@@djturbine7565 best of luck 🤞

@madrian_hello 9 ай бұрын

My blades are jumping on the windshield. Always, even with new ones. It is really disturbing. Anyone knows what could cause this?

@HatBoyHarvey 8 ай бұрын

Loose wiper arm spring or frame or worn out wiper blades or misalignment issue. Also a dirty or contaminated windscreen.

@marius-fg3ey 2 жыл бұрын

I want more video skoda fabia

@HatBoyHarvey 2 жыл бұрын

I will be doing more of those soon, thanks :-)

@marius-fg3ey 2 жыл бұрын

😍

@nicholasroberts6954 Жыл бұрын

And the correct torque for the wiper nuts is . . . ?

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

It is in the description. If you think this is incorrect for some reason let me know.

@alxsvenningson Жыл бұрын

You dont need to take the hood off right?

@HatBoyHarvey Жыл бұрын

Yes that is right, but only if you can get the wiper arms off first. The wiper arms have to come off as the scuttle panel fits over them.

@207GTBEE 4 жыл бұрын

Stupidly I took the motor completely off to get it out. Once fitting it back together and testing the wipers finish position is the middle of the screen even though it clears the hole screen the wipers still stop in the middle. Annoying

@srdjanjovanovic1984 4 жыл бұрын

This compost bothers me a lot. I think my mechanic would be please to clean it up for the first time in next service oil change. And it will cost separately. Thanks for the video!

@HatBoyHarvey 4 жыл бұрын

You're right, having it cleaned would be wise as it may cause issues later and potencially rust. I remember older cars used to suffer rust in these areas and the last thing you want is water coming in through the bulkhead.