Deleted Rear Wiper

Written by Rob Sunday, 06 September 2009 17:00

We wanted to remove the rear windshield wiper for a couple of reasons.

1: We never use it, and

2: It looks so much better with a shaved rear

We began by removing the inside hatch plastic cover by removing the two screws that are inside the handle used to close the hatch.

Once they are out, grab the plastic cover and pull it down. It's held in place by several clips. Disconnect the plug to the light.

Next you can remove the bolt that holds on the rear wiper. Remove the wiper by pulling it straight off. It might be rusted on and need some force. Mine came right off.

Inside the hatch, disconnect the plug that powers the wiper motor. Then remove the three bolts that hold the motor in place. Then pull out the entire assembly.

Remove the rubber grommet and your hole will be ready.

We went to the local hardware store and bought a 1" plastic plug. We really need a 1 1/4 inch but they didn't have any. We'll continue to look but for now this 1" will just barely fit.

Clean the plug with some laquer thinner, prep it with plastic primer, and give it the paint, followed by the clearcoat. Pop it in the hole and you should have a cleaner look.

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