How to turn off the rear wiper of the Tiguan?
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The rear wiper of the Tiguan cannot be turned off, which may be due to improper operation. Here is more information about the wipers of the Tiguan: 1. Rear wiper: The rear wiper is the wiper on the rear windshield of the car. Rear wipers are mostly equipped on SUVs, MPVs, hatchbacks, and some liftbacks. You can activate the rear wiper by pushing the wiper lever forward or backward, and you can also set the rear wiper to automatic oscillation and spray water. 2. Front wiper: The rear glass of a sedan has a relatively large inclination, while that of a hatchback has a relatively small inclination. The front wiper is hidden behind the engine hood, so when high-speed airflow passes over the front of the car, it is blocked by the engine hood, which does not affect the wiper. However, the rear wiper has no place to hide, so the influence of high-speed airflow must be considered before installation. Due to the inclination of the rear window of a sedan, the wind speed is very fast during driving, which not only hinders the car's movement but also seriously affects the wiper's performance. In contrast, the rear window of a hatchback is almost vertically installed, so the wind speed is slow, and the impact is minimal, making it suitable for installation.
I've been driving the Tiguan for several years and have encountered the issue of the rear wiper not turning off a few times. Usually, it's a problem with the switch operation. In Volkswagen cars, the wiper switch is on the right stalk of the steering wheel; you can turn off the rear wiper by rotating it once. However, if you set it to automatic mode, the rain sensor will activate on its own, and the wiper might continue to operate even after the rain stops. Try manually rotating it back to the off position. If it still doesn't turn off, it could be due to switch wear or accidental activation. Also, check if there are any fallen leaves or mud stuck on the wiper arm near the rear window—simply clean it up. Sometimes, the motor might overheat and keep running; in that case, park the car and let it cool down for a few minutes. Avoid forcing it to turn off to prevent damaging the components. Make it a habit to perform regular checks, and don't panic during rainy days—safely pull over to handle the situation.
As someone who often tinkers with cars, I think the issue of the rear wiper on the Tiguan not turning off is mostly due to mechanical failure. The linkage of the rear wiper tends to accumulate dust and rust, causing it to seize up, especially during rainy seasons when the joints lack lubrication and become immobile. Try manually moving the wiper arm to see if it's stiff; a little lubricant spray might solve the problem. If it's a motor drive failure, it might be burnt out or blocked by debris. On the electrical side, a stuck relay or a blown fuse can also cause the system to keep working. The fuse box is located under the driver's seat—check if the fuse is intact. Don't delay too long; a broken linkage would be more troublesome. The maintenance cost isn't high, so fix it promptly—safety first.
