Matrix 2WD L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE) (2003)
Wiper Blade: Service and Repair
Rear Wiper Rubber
REAR WIPER RUBBER
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE RR WIPER BLADE
a. Raise the rear wiper blade to the position as shown in the illustration, to the extent that the meshing of the claw is disengaged with the click
sound.
NOTE: Be careful not to break the claw.
b. Pull straight the rear wiper blade to vehicle's left from the wiper arm.
NOTE: Do not fold the rear wiper arm with the rear wiper blade being removed from it.
2. REMOVE REAR WIPER RUBBER
a. Place the rear wiper with the rear end of the rubber protruded from the blade stopper as shown in the illustration.
NOTE: Do not pull out the wiper rubber forcibly. Otherwise the backing plates are deformed or brade claw is damaged
HINT: Pussing the position close to the middle of the blade will raise the rubber, which could be easier to pull it out.
3. INSTALL REAR WIPER RUBBER
a. Install the 2 wiper rubber backing plates to the rear wiper rubber.
NOTE: Be careful to observe and keep direction of curvature for correct replacement.