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Rear wiper not working

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by Jules, Jan 30, 2024.

  1. Jan 30, 2024 at 1:04 PM
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    Jules

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    Have a 2008 4runner and had a new battery installed. Rear wiper does not work now. Is it a possible fuse?
     
  2. Jan 30, 2024 at 2:25 PM
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    Daddykool

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    Is the rear window ALL the way up? Does the rear window still function?

    If the rear window is not all the way up, the wiper won't work. If it won't go all the way up, you may need to reset it. To do that, first make sure the rear wiper is OFF. Then run the window all the way down until it bottoms out. Then run it all the way up until it bottoms out. If all is then good with the window, try the wiper.
     
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  3. Jan 31, 2024 at 6:06 AM
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    Yes the window works, it is winter here so I have not opened it in a couple months... I will do this and let you know if it helps. Thanks
     
  4. Jan 31, 2024 at 6:38 AM
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    After a battery replacement, you would need to manually reset the limits for the driver window, sunroof and rear window, using the method @Daddykool posted. Without doing that, the auto function of holding the button for a second or two won't work.

    I never tested the rear wiper function before or after doing this but it's very possible that's the issue, especially if everything was working normally before the battery replacement.
     
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    THANK YOU! I rolled the rear window all the way down, then back up - now the rear wiper is working!! Awesome -
     
  7. Feb 1, 2024 at 12:28 AM
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    Good to hear!
     

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