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How to Turn Off the Rear Wiper on a Focus?

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AdrielDella
07/29/25 6:49pm

To turn off the rear wiper on a Focus, simply move the wiper lever located below the steering wheel to the 'off' position. Pushing the lever down one notch will turn it on. The function of the wiper is to remove raindrops and dust from the vehicle's windshield, improving the driver's visibility and enhancing driving safety. Taking the 2021 Focus as an example, it is a compact car with the following dimensions: length 4647mm, width 1810mm, height 1468mm, wheelbase 2705mm, fuel tank capacity 53 liters, trunk capacity 511 liters, and curb weight 1245kg.

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AnnaLee
08/14/25 12:26pm

Turning off the rear wiper on a Ford Focus is quite simple. Generally, there's a small knob at the top of the control stalk on the right side of the steering wheel. Just gently twist it to the OFF or zero position, and you're done. I remember once when I was driving a friend's car, the rear wiper was buzzing along on the highway. I quickly pulled over to check and found that the knob wasn't in its proper position. The design of the Focus is quite user-friendly, with intuitive operations that don't require special learning. If you accidentally turn it on during rain or after washing the car, make sure to turn it off promptly to avoid draining the battery and causing noise. Key step: Make sure you're adjusting the rear wiper mode and not confusing it with the front wiper. Pay attention to the control stalk while driving; developing this habit can reduce misoperations. If you have any issues, refer to the user manual—it has illustrated steps. In short, don't worry; this operation takes just seconds to complete.

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LeCassandra
10/14/25 8:22am

Dude, turning off the rear wiper on a Focus is super easy. Just twist the knob on the end of the right-hand control stalk to the position without the water droplet icon. I accidentally turned it on once while driving—the noise was so loud I fixed it at the next red light by giving it a quick twist. Just be quick and don’t get distracted—keeping driving safely is key. Most Ford models are set up this way, and the rotary knob is intuitive and easy to understand. If it won’t turn off, the knob might be stuck or worn—just swing by a 4S shop for a quick check. Don’t overcomplicate it; a simple twist does the trick. After adjusting, listen for the wiper stopping to confirm. And during routine maintenance, give the knob a quick wipe to prevent grime buildup.

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DeWeston
11/28/25 2:29am

As a female Focus owner, I often turn off the rear wiper while driving to ensure clear rear window visibility. The operation involves rotating the knob at the top of the right-hand steering column stalk to the OFF position. If accidentally activated during rain, promptly pull over and readjust to avoid wiper noise distracting attention. The method is simple, safe, and effortless to master. It's advisable to check the knob's position to ensure smooth operation without sticking. Refer to the manual when necessary. Clean the rear window while disabling redundant functions.

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MacJeremiah
01/18/26 3:53am

The rear wiper of the Focus is turned off via the electronic control stalk. Rotate the knob at the top of the right stalk to the OFF mark to stop signal transmission. Daily operation only requires rotating the knob, with no need to delve into the internal relay circuit. Some models with automatic mode require switching to manual and rotating to the zero position. If malfunction occurs, check for loose connectors. Regular owners can resolve this by following the manual instructions.

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