Wiper Blade: Description: Rear
The rear wiper blade is secured by an integral latching pivot block to the hook formation on the tip of the rear wiper arm, and rests near the base of the liftgate glass when the rear wiper system is not in operation. The rear wiper blade consists of the following components:
- Superstructure (1) - The superstructure includes a stamped steel bridge and links with claw formations (4) that grip the wiper blade element. Also included in this unit is the latching, molded plastic pivot block (3) that secures the superstructure to the wiper arm. All of the metal components of the wiper blade have a satin black finish applied.
- Element (6) - The wiper element or squeegee is the resilient rubber member of the wiper blade that contacts the glass.
- Flexor (5) - The flexor is a rigid metal component running along the length of each side of the wiper element where it is gripped by the claws of the superstructure.
All vehicles have a single 27.90 centimeter (10.98 inch) long rear wiper blade with a non-replaceable rubber element (squeegee). The wiper blade cannot be adjusted or repaired. If ineffective, worn or damaged the entire wiper blade unit must be replaced.