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El fallo oculto que deja a tus limpiaparabrisas sin funcionar y no está en las …
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Unusual Malfunction: How Your Car's Hood Sensor Can Disable Windshield Wipers
A recent video from mechanic Juan José Ebenezer of Talleres Ebenezer has shed light on a crucial, yet often overlooked, car maintenance detail that could leave drivers in a bind. The video, which quickly gained traction, explains how the hood sensor in certain vehicles, particularly those from the VAG group (Volkswagen Audi Group), can directly impact the functionality of windshield wipers. According to Ebenezer, if the car's system detects that the hood is open or if the hood sensor is malfunctioning, it can automatically disable the windshield wipers as a safety measure. "I had a car come into the workshop where the wipers weren't working, and it turned out the hood sensor was faulty," Ebenezer stated in the video, demonstrating the issue by showing a car with its hood propped open while attempting to activate the wipers from the driver's seat, to no avail. "Even with the ignition on, the wipers won't function because the car detects the hood is open." This revelation highlights a specific diagnostic point for car owners and technicians, suggesting that a simple sensor issue could be the root cause of seemingly unrelated wiper problems. The mechanic emphasized the importance of being aware of this interconnected system for proper vehicle maintenance.
