Where is the rear wiper switch for the Volkswagen Tharu?

[Theodore]

Press the wiper lever down to the first gear to activate the rear window wiper. The middle OFF position turns off the rear wiper. Lifting the wiper lever activates the front wiper's washer function. Pressing the wiper lever down to the second gear activates the rear wiper's washer function, which sprays washer fluid and cleans. Below is an introduction to the wiper: 1. Car wiper: Also known as a windshield wiper, it is a blade structure installed in front of the windshield, consisting of a motor, reducer, four-bar linkage, wiper arm spindle, and wiper blade assembly. 2. Function of the wiper: Its main purpose is to clear rain, snow, and dust from the windshield that obstructs visibility. 3. Starting and stopping the wiper: Moving the wiper lever forward or backward activates the rear wiper. This operation differs from the up-and-down movement used for the front wiper. Moving the lever forward or backward controls the rear wiper's on/off function, intermittent operation, automatic mode, and washer function. The rear wiper is the wiper for the rear windshield. Rear wipers are commonly equipped on SUVs, MPVs, hatchbacks, and some liftback cars.

[VanBella]

I used to struggle to find the rear wiper switch when driving the Volkswagen Tharu, and it took me a while to figure it out. You see that wiper control stalk on the right side of the steering wheel? The one that controls the front windshield wipers. At the very end of it, there's a rotatable ring switch. Turning it clockwise once activates the rear wiper, and turning it further adjusts the speed with different settings. When it rains, I always turn on the front wipers first, then just twist that small ring to start cleaning the rear window. If the glass is too dirty and you want to spray water, simply pull the entire control stalk gently toward yourself—much more convenient than fumbling around the steering wheel.

[DiNova]

When driving the Tharu in heavy rain, the rear window was completely blurred, and I was so anxious looking for the rear wiper switch everywhere. Later, I found it hidden at the end of the wiper control lever on the right side—the rotating ring with markings. Turning it counterclockwise to the first position activates a single wipe, and turning it all the way down keeps it working continuously. The key is to use a gentle twist, unlike buttons that require a hard press. Now, whenever it rains, I just hold the steering wheel with my left hand and lightly flick the ring with my right index finger to activate it. The design of this position is very user-friendly, allowing me to operate it without looking down while driving.

[LeilaLee]

The rear wiper switch of the Tharu is located on the rotary knob at the end of the wiper control lever on the right side of the steering wheel. Rotating the knob activates the wiper: counterclockwise rotation sets the intermittent mode for light rain, while clockwise rotation to a fixed position engages continuous operation. To clean the glass, gently pull the entire lever toward the driver's seat to spray water. Note that there is a distinct clicking sensation between gears, allowing operation by feel. If frozen in winter, avoid forcing the knob; first, turn on the heater to defrost the rear window.

[KhloeMarie]

Driving long distances in heavy rain made me truly appreciate the importance of the rear wiper on the Tharu. Its control differs from most models, being integrated into the rotating ring at the end of the wiper stalk. I got used to pinching that small ring with my thumb and index finger, turning it left for intermittent mode and right for continuous mode. The heavier the rain, the more I'd rotate it. A gentle pull on the stalk activates the washer fluid. Initially unfamiliar with this design, I later found it safer than separate buttons as it requires no visual distraction from the road.

[MacHarmony]

The first time I drove my friend's Tharu, I was confused by the rear wiper—turns out the operation is quite ingenious. That rotating knob with a ripple pattern at the top of the right-hand wiper control lever? Just give it a gentle twist to activate the rear window wiper: turn left one notch for slow speed, or all the way right for fast operation. The washer function is even more interesting—simply pull the entire lever toward your chest. Now, I always turn on the rear wiper in rainy weather, especially when reversing—it dramatically improves visibility and safety.