Do you need a rear wiper blade?
Quite simply, because their rear ends taper off more smoothly, the airflow can travel across the surface of the car much more easily and directly. This means air can also travel across the windscreen and remove water sitting on the surface – so there’s no need for a rear wiper blade.
Do wiper blades have to be the same brand?
Wipers are like kidneys, if they aren’t the same the car will reject the bad one. No, nothing will happen, the wiper motor wont blow up, you wont loose 12hp. It’s a windshield wiper blade for christsake.
Are rear wiper blades universal?
Wiper blades are not universal. They come supplied with universal fittings, however the length of the wiper blade is specific to your cars windshield dimensions.
How do I find out what wiper blades I need?
There are several ways to find out the right wiper size for your car:
- Look in the owner’s manual.
- Go to any auto parts store and use their “wiper blade size finder”
- Look up your correct wiper size online.
- Measure the wiper blades currently on your car.
Is it illegal to have no rear wiper?
yeah ther is no law stating you have to have a rear wiper at all.. however if you leave the motor in you will fail MOT.
Can you have two different wiper blades?
Both blades should be replaced at the same time because chances are both blades are the same age and condition. And don’t forget the rear wiper blades on minivans, SUVs and hatchbacks. Premium replacement blades are available in frame, frameless or “hybrid” styles.
Are all rear windshield wipers the same?
It is not necessary to take the wiper arm off to change the rear wiper blade for all vehicle types. Though a vehicle’s rear wiper blade doesn’t get as much use as the front windshield wiper blades, it still to loses its effectiveness over time.
Does it matter what windshield wipers I get?
Wiper blades are vehicle specific. The passenger and driver’s side wiper blades are the same size on some vehicles, while on others they are vastly different. Only replace your wiper blades with the size of blades specified by the manufacturer to ensure proper fitment and to prevent damage.