Rear Wiper Rubber: Removal

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REMOVE REAR WIPER BLADE ASSEMBLY
1. Rotate and remove the cap as described in the "REMOVE" procedures.
2. Raise the arm and blade.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Cap
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3. Raise the wiper blade to the position where the claw detach with a "click" sound, as shown in the illustration.
  NOTE: Be careful not to damage the claw.
  
  Fig 2: Positions For Raising Wiper Blade
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4. Pull the wiper blade straight toward the left side of the vehicle to remove it from the wiper arm.
  NOTE: Do not fold the wiper arm with the wiper blade removed. The arm tip may damage the back door glass surface.
  
  Fig 3: Pulling Wiper Blade Straight Toward Left Side Of Vehicle
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REMOVE REAR WIPER RUBBER
1. Lift and pull the end of the wiper rubber protruding from the blade stopper as shown in the illustration.
  NOTE: Do not forcibly pull out the wiper rubber. The backing plates will be deformed or the blade claws will be damaged.
  
  HINT:
  
  Lightly pushing the rubber between the ends and middle will allow it to be removed more easily.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Rear Wiper Rubber
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