1. The Hyundai Tucson is a compact crossover SUV produced by Hyundai since 2004. The third-generation Tucson, designated as the SG, was introduced in 2015 and received a facelift in 2018. This article will focus on the wiper system of the 2015-2018 Hyundai Tucson SG.

2. Wiper Blades

The Hyundai Tucson SG uses conventional wiper blades with a rubber squeegee element. The driver-side wiper blade is 24 inches long, while the passenger-side wiper blade is 18 inches long. The wiper blades are attached to the wiper arms using a hook-style connector.

3. Wiper Motor and Linkage

The wiper motor is located under the cowl panel at the base of the windshield. The wiper motor drives the wiper linkage, which in turn moves the wiper blades across the windshield. The wiper linkage is made up of several metal rods and joints.

4. Wiper Switch

The wiper switch is located on the right side of the steering column. The wiper switch has several settings:

 Off: The wipers are turned off.
 Intermittent: The wipers swipe the windshield at a predetermined interval.
 Low: The wipers swipe the windshield slowly.
 High: The wipers swipe the windshield quickly.
 Mist: The wipers swipe the windshield once and then pause for a period of time.

5. Wiper Reservoir

The wiper reservoir is located under the hood near the firewall. The wiper reservoir holds a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid. The windshield washer fluid helps to clean the windshield and remove dirt and debris.

6. Troubleshooting

If the wipers on your Hyundai Tucson SG are not working properly, there are a few things you can check:

 Check the wiper fuse: The wiper fuse is located in the fuse box under the hood. If the fuse is blown, replace it with a new fuse of the same amperage.
 Check the wiper motor: The wiper motor may be faulty if the wipers do not move at all. To test the wiper motor, disconnect the electrical connector from the motor and apply 12 volts of power to the motor terminals. If the motor does not run, it is faulty and needs to be replaced.
 Check the wiper linkage: The wiper linkage may be damaged if the wipers do not move smoothly or if they skip across the windshield. To inspect the wiper linkage, remove the cowl panel and visually inspect the linkage for damage.
 Check the wiper blades: The wiper blades may be worn out if they do not clean the windshield effectively. To inspect the wiper blades, lift the wiper arms away from the windshield and visually inspect the rubber squeegee element. If the rubber squeegee element is cracked or worn, replace the wiper blades.

7. Replacement

If the wiper motor, wiper linkage, or wiper blades on your Hyundai Tucson SG need to be replaced, you can find replacement parts at your local auto parts store or online. The replacement procedure for each component is as follows:

 Wiper motor: To replace the wiper motor, disconnect the electrical connector from the motor and remove the mounting bolts. Then, remove the wiper motor from the vehicle. To install the new wiper motor, reverse the removal procedure.
 Wiper linkage: To replace the wiper linkage, remove the wiper arms from the wiper motor. Then, disconnect the linkage from the motor and remove the linkage from the vehicle. To install the new wiper linkage, reverse the removal procedure.
 Wiper blades: To replace the wiper blades, lift the wiper arms away from the windshield and unhook the old wiper blades from the wiper arms. Then, hook the new wiper blades onto the wiper arms and lower the wiper arms back onto the windshield.

The wiper system on the 2015-2018 Hyundai Tucson SG is designed to provide clear visibility during inclement weather. By understanding how the wiper system works and performing regular maintenance, you can keep your Tucson's wipers in good working condition.