# wiper speed question **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Automotive\ **Created:** [November 29, 2011, 12:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761 "2011-11-29T12:46:42Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 12:46pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/1 "2011-11-29T12:46:42Z")
Let me start this out by stating this is most definitely a #firstworldproblem. I have an 08 A4, and the difference in speed between low and the highest intermittent setting is too much for me. Is there any way to speed up the intermittent setting? Luke? I feel like such a herb asking, but its super annoying to me. ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 12:57pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/2 "2011-11-29T12:57:11Z")
1. I am super pissed you bought that car. I wanted it and the wife was moments away from saying yes when you announced it to be yours. 2. Seriously? 3. I am assuming that it is a potentiometer or a speed switch, I have never opened one up. Did you try googling a wiring diagram for the wiper system? 4. Seriously? ---
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 12:58pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/3 "2011-11-29T12:58:39Z")
don’t forget to factor in that this audi has speed sensitive wipers so the frequency will change for each setting depending on how fast you are driving. ---
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:06pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/4 "2011-11-29T13:06:31Z")
> [@tpgsr](#): > > 1. I am super pissed you bought that car. I wanted it and the wife was moments away from saying yes when you announced it to be yours. > 2. Seriously? > 3. I am assuming that it is a potentiometer or a speed switch, I have never opened one up. Did you try googling a wiring diagram for the wiper system? > 4. Seriously? I did not, I honestly wouldn’t know what I am looking at/for. ---
**Author:** ![Jagermeister](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/f19dbf/32.png) [@Jagermeister](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jagermeister)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:17pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/5 "2011-11-29T13:17:44Z")
Sell it. ---
**Author:** ![Mike93](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/mike93/32/7325_2.png) [@Mike93](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Mike93)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:21pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/6 "2011-11-29T13:21:47Z")
Convert it to a vacuum operated system and all the control will be in the throttle under your left foot:) ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/7 "2011-11-29T13:32:36Z")
> **[Wiper speed settings](https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/292493-Wiper-speed-settings)** > > Is it just my car or do others have similar issues? Wiper speeds go like this... > > Setting-1 all variable speeds work. > Setting-2 no variable speeds work (Just one speed but faster than setting one speeds). > Setting-3 no variable speeds work (same... > **[Disable Auto Wipers Speed?](https://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/412005-Disable-Auto-Wipers-Speed)** > > Is there any way to disable the auto wipers? I can't stand the lack of control I have over my wiper speed. I think the auto detecting of rain is far to sensitive. I looked through the owners manual but didn't find anything. Perhaps a VAG-COM... I feel as though you are stuck with it. ---------- Post added at 04:32 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:31 PM ---------- > [@Mike93](#): > > Convert it to a vacuum operated system and all the control will be in the throttle under your left foot:) It is actually a system based on vehicle speed, so the control is currently under his right foot. ---
**Author:** ![theblue](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/theblue/32/5074_2.png) [@theblue](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/theblue)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:42pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/8 "2011-11-29T13:42:30Z")
I have noticed with my A3 that if I have rainx I can just run it on a middle intermittent setting and I’m totally happy with it since the water beads up nicely and don’t bother me. ---
**Author:** ![BOBBYGRV](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ed8c4c/32.png) [@BOBBYGRV](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BOBBYGRV)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:51pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/9 "2011-11-29T13:51:12Z")
It has nothing to do with your question, but I hate when people drive around with their wipers going at full speed when it is raining very lightly out. That is all. ---
**Author:** ![boardjnky4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@boardjnky4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boardjnky4)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:52pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/10 "2011-11-29T13:52:45Z")
> [@bobbyg1243](#): > > It has nothing to do with your question, but I hate when people drive around with their wipers going at full speed when it is raining very lightly out. That is all. Lady in front of me yesterday was doing this. It wasn’t really even raining, just some tire mist…a small amount. I could see her wipers through the back window going FULL blast. ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 1:53pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/11 "2011-11-29T13:53:09Z")
> [@theblue](#): > > I have noticed with my A3 that if I have rainx I can just run it on a middle intermittent setting and I’m totally happy with it since the water beads up nicely and don’t bother me. Oh I want some Aquapel… > **[Auto Window Sealant and Glass Coatings - Autogeek.net](https://www.autogeek.net/glass-sealants-and-coatings/)** > > Keep your automotive glass clean and improve visibility in the rain by adding a car windshield treatment that provides months of hydrophobic protection. I will buy a 6 pack if anyone wants to pay only $6.00 instead of the usual $10 ---
**Author:** ![suzukiriderman](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/suzukiriderman/32/7421_2.png) [@suzukiriderman](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/suzukiriderman)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 2:16pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/12 "2011-11-29T14:16:53Z")
Mike, I’ll take one, possibly two. (I was not able to get over to my father’s place today I should be able to get there tomorrow.) ---
**Author:** ![Jeller](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/bc8723/32.png) [@Jeller](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jeller)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 2:26pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/13 "2011-11-29T14:26:32Z")
> [@theblue](#): > > I have noticed with my A3 that if I have rainx I can just run it on a middle intermittent setting and I’m totally happy with it since the water beads up nicely and don’t bother me. I do rain x my windows often also, but I think the wipers work great with the rain sensor. I have it on both the bmw and the audi, I find it really annoying driving the wifes suv that does not have it. ---
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 3:32pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/14 "2011-11-29T15:32:04Z")
> [@tpgsr](#): > > Oh I want some Aquapel… > > [Auto Window Sealant and Glass Coatings - Autogeek.net](http://www.autogeek.net/rain-repellent.html) > > I will buy a 6 pack if anyone wants to pay only $6.00 instead of the usual $10 I’ll buy one from you for $6. ---
**Author:** ![1QIKZ](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/1qikz/32/6112_2.png) [@1QIKZ](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/1QIKZ)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 3:47pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/15 "2011-11-29T15:47:42Z")
Zip tie a brick to each arm. Move it further up or down the arm to adjust speed. ---
**Author:** ![Spam16v](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/spam16v/32/5287_2.png) [@Spam16v](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Spam16v)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 4:02pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/16 "2011-11-29T16:02:32Z")
![http://www.vwcruise.com/resources/A4+B7+Cruise.jpg](http://www.vwcruise.com/resources/A4+B7+Cruise.jpg) on the right hand side wiper stalk, that little lever tab thing on the front of the stalk facing you, goes up and down and varies the intermittent function. It’s not high and low, it’s like 5 or 6 positions. ---
**Author:** ![Jeller](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/bc8723/32.png) [@Jeller](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Jeller)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 4:35pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/17 "2011-11-29T16:35:19Z")
> [@Spam16v](#): > > on the right hand side wiper stalk, that little lever tab thing on the front of the stalk facing you, goes up and down and varies the intermittent function. It’s not high and low, it’s like 5 or 6 positions. Agreed^ that is why I dont understand why he has a problem with the speed, I think the rain sensor works great. ---
**Author:** ![Geehee](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/geehee/32/7238_2.png) [@Geehee](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Geehee)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 6:28pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/18 "2011-11-29T18:28:00Z")
Sorry, I dont. step 1 with the variable speed all the way up is too slow by about a second. the next step up i’ve always known as “low”, its always the same speed, no adjustment. I just want the variable slightly faster. I end up just hitting it manually for the most part. Looks like I’ll have to live with it. woe is me. ---
**Author:** ![donkeyballs69](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/f6c823/32.png) [@donkeyballs69](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/donkeyballs69)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2011, 6:37pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/19 "2011-11-29T18:37:00Z")
> [@tpgsr](#): > > Oh I want some Aquapel… > > [Auto Window Sealant and Glass Coatings - Autogeek.net](http://www.autogeek.net/rain-repellent.html) > > I will buy a 6 pack if anyone wants to pay only $6.00 instead of the usual $10 I’ll take one please 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![LUKE\_L](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/luke_l/32/7462_2.png) [@LUKE\_L](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/LUKE_L)\ **Post date:** [November 30, 2011, 12:36pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761/20 "2011-11-30T12:36:38Z")
> [@Geehee"](#): > > Is there any way to speed up the intermittent setting? Luke? There is likely no way to change this unfortuneately. Older cars (mid nineties and older) used a simple time delay circuit that could easily be changed by swapping out a counter or time delay relay. Newer cars have programmed circuits with coded frequencies that often cannot be modified. I literally no nothing about Audi but, if you can find out what actually controls the circuit we might be able to see if something can be changed. [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/wiper-speed-question/218761.md?page=2)