How to Remove a Rear Wiper Blade on a RAV4

The rear wiper blade on your Toyota RAV4 keeps your rear window clean and free of any obstruction due to inclement weather. The rear wiper system greatly improves your ability to see clearly behind you. When the wiper blades begin to age and wear, you should replace them. Toyota suggests replacing your wiper blades once a year. Check them regularly and replace them when they show signs of damage to protect your rear window from scratches or gouges. The RAV4 uses a 14-inch wiper blade on the rear window. Buy replacement blades at an auto parts retailer.

Things You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Soft cloth

Instructions

Screw Mounted Blades

1. Raise the wiper arm away from the glass. Flip the blade back so the rubber strip is facing up.

2. Remove the two screws securing the blade refill to the wiper arm with a Phillips screwdriver. There is one screw on each end of the blade assembly.

3. Pull the wiper blade assembly straight out of the mounting area and away from the wiper arm. Place a soft cloth between the wiper arm and the rear window glass before replacing the wiper arm.

Clip Mounted Blades

1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window glass. Flip the blade upside down so the rubber strip is facing up.

2. Locate the release tab on the connector where the wiper blade and wiper arm connect. Lift up on the release tab to free the wiper blade assembly.

3. Pull the wiper blade assembly off the mounting hook on the wiper arm and discard it. Place a soft cloth around the end of the wiper arm before allowing it to contact the rear window glass.

References

• "2000 Toyota Rav4 Factory Service Manual"; Toyota Motor Sales; 1999
• "2006 Toyota Rav4 Factory Service Manual"; Toyota Motor Sales; 2005