Rear

Windshield Wiper/Washer (Rear):

Rear windshield wiper/washer system
Spectra is equipped with a single-speed, modular, wiper/washer system. The wiper system consists of a wiper motor and transmission assembly, a wiper arm and a blade. The washer assembly consists of a washer tank, a washer motor, a washer nozzle and a multi-piece connecting hose. The control switches for these units in the front dash.

Rear washer system

Washer Hose
The washer hose carries the washer fluid to the washer nozzle. The hose consists of two neoprene lines, a grommet, and a connector. The pieces can be replaced individually.

Washer motor
The washer motor pumps washer fluid to the washer nozzles. It is a single-speed 12B DC motor connected to a pump mechanism. It is a replaceable item.

Washer nozzle
The washer nozzle delivers washer fluid directly to the windshield. The nozzle is both adjustable and replaceable.

Washer tank assembly
The washer tank assembly stores the washer fluid used by the washer system. It is a plastic assembly with a fill port and a connection port to the washer motor, It is a replaceable item.

Rear wiper/washer switch
The rear wiper/washer switch is used to clean the rear hatch window. For removal procedures, see "Instrument Panel".

Rear wiper switch
This rear wiper switch provides continuous operation of the rear wiper. For removal procedures, see "Instrument Panel".

Rear wiper system

Wiper arm
The wiper arm is a spring-loaded metal unit which pulls the wiper blade across the windshield. It is a replaceable item.

Washer motor/wiper blade
The wiper blade is a metal frame with a rubber insert. It is available as a unit, or the insert can be replaced separately.

Wiper motor and bracket
The motor is a 12B DC single-speed unit which provides power to the wiper system. It is connected to a transmission(gear box) in the bracket which reduces rpm and increases torque. This low rpm, high torque motion is then transmitted to the wiper arm. The motor and brackets are a single, replaceable item.