bizzaboy
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Following random discussions and threads on the rear wiper on the Mk4 Ibiza,
Here is a guide on the complete removal of the rear windscreen wiper assembly, for a very sleek look!
Total time to complete - 30 minutes?
Cost of Parts required - No more than a fiver!
Parts required:
- 1 x 25mm rubber aerial antenna grommet (can be found in Halfords).
- Plumbers putty or sealant.
...From your Toolkit:
- Screwdriver with torx/"star" shaped bits.
- Pair of Pliers or Socket set.
Now get your hands dirty:
* First, undo the single bolt and remove the complete wiper/arm from the tailgate.
* Open the Tailgate - Then, remove the 3 plastic covers on the inside of the boot hatch trim.
- Centre one around boot catch / 1 each side that provide access to lights.
* Remove the 5 torx screws. 2 either side of boot catch. 1 each side by light units. 1 in handle recess.
* You should now be able to prise the complete tailgate trim from the inside.
- It's also held in by a number of metal clips that will pull out with gentle persuasion.
The rear wiper motor mechanism will now be accessible...
* Unscrew the 3 bolts to release the wiper motor - It will drop loose.
* Pull off it's power block connector, tuck it out of the way.
* Pull off the water pipe and using the plumbers putty, seal the end to prevent water leaks!
* Push out the rubber seal/grommet that is in the hole through the window.
* Refit the tailgate trim (reverse of the removal guide above).
* Finally, drop the tailgate - Fit the new rubber grommet into the hole left in the glass.
JOB DONE! Cheap mod, takes virtually no time at all, and really tidys the rear of the car!![[B)]](/forums/styles/seatcupra/oldforumsmileys/shades.gif "Cool [B)]")
See Post #37 in this thread for updated installation pictures.
Here is a guide on the complete removal of the rear windscreen wiper assembly, for a very sleek look!
Total time to complete - 30 minutes?
Cost of Parts required - No more than a fiver!
Parts required:
- 1 x 25mm rubber aerial antenna grommet (can be found in Halfords).
- Plumbers putty or sealant.
...From your Toolkit:
- Screwdriver with torx/"star" shaped bits.
- Pair of Pliers or Socket set.
Now get your hands dirty:
* First, undo the single bolt and remove the complete wiper/arm from the tailgate.
* Open the Tailgate - Then, remove the 3 plastic covers on the inside of the boot hatch trim.
- Centre one around boot catch / 1 each side that provide access to lights.
* Remove the 5 torx screws. 2 either side of boot catch. 1 each side by light units. 1 in handle recess.
* You should now be able to prise the complete tailgate trim from the inside.
- It's also held in by a number of metal clips that will pull out with gentle persuasion.
The rear wiper motor mechanism will now be accessible...
* Unscrew the 3 bolts to release the wiper motor - It will drop loose.
* Pull off it's power block connector, tuck it out of the way.
* Pull off the water pipe and using the plumbers putty, seal the end to prevent water leaks!
* Push out the rubber seal/grommet that is in the hole through the window.
* Refit the tailgate trim (reverse of the removal guide above).
* Finally, drop the tailgate - Fit the new rubber grommet into the hole left in the glass.
JOB DONE! Cheap mod, takes virtually no time at all, and really tidys the rear of the car!
See Post #37 in this thread for updated installation pictures.
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is it not annoying after u were used t having rear wiper?!?!i use mine a bit like...think i would miss it :L
