Introduction to the Rear Windshield Wiper
When driving, the ability to see out of your windshield no matter what the weather conditions are outside is very important. The clearer the view you have out of the windows the safer a driver you will be.
Windshield wipers for your front windshield have been a standard feature on every car sold for over one hundred years. The last few decades have brought about rear windshield wipers to allow you better vision out of your rear windshield. These rear wipers have become a standard feature on some models of cars, especially SUVs and vans.
Most often only one rear windshield wiper is found on the rear of vehicles. This single blade is much longer than its counterpart on the front of the automobile. This is because there is only one blade to clear off the rear windshield and by making it larger it can cover a larger area. The wiper is generally attached to a single arm and is mounted to your rear windshield. By having a clear view out of your rear windshield, you will have an easier time parking and passing cars on the road.
Do You Need a Rear Wiper?
Every year more automobile models are coming out with an already installed rear windshield wiper. The car manufacturers are coming to understand the importance of have this rear wiper. If you have purchased a car that has a rear windshield wiper already installed, you should be grateful that you already have this wonderful added feature. Some people consider removing their rear wiper for various reasons but it is highly recommended that you keep the wiper in place. It will come in handy during bad weather conditions.
If your automobile did not come with a rear windshield wiper, you may want to think about having one installed. Before putting the extra costs into this project you may want to consider if you really need one or not. If you drive on a roadway that requires a lot of passing or you have the need to do a lot of parallel parking then adding this feature is the right choice for you. If you live in an area that is rather rainy or gets a fair amount of snow through the winter, you also may want to consider installing a rear windshield wiper.
Maintenance of a Rear Windshield Wiper
Your rear windshield wiper should be considered as important as your front windshield wiper and you should check your rear windshield wiper blade regularly to make sure it is clear from dirt and debris. You can simply take a damp cloth and run it across the blade and this should clean most of the dirt off. You should also check the condition of the blade regularly. Most wiper blades are made of rubber and over time the rubber will go bad. You will be able to tell immediately when looking at the blade if it looks good or bad. If pieces of the rubber are starting to chip off, it is time to get a new blade. |
