A characteristic feature of hatchback and station wagon bodies is the poor protection of the rear window from road dirt, which is the responsibility of the rear wiper. The vast majority of automakers use such a rational solution as a rear window wiper. The developers of AvtoVAZ are not lagging behind in this matter, they also install rear wipers on the specified body modifications of the popular small car Lada Kalina station wagon.
The principle of operation of the rear wiper
To enable the windshield wiper to function, the manufacturer equipped this mechanism with an electric drive, which is protected by a traditional fuse. The designated components have a direct impact on the performance of the wipers. If, for example, the fuse link burns out, the brush will no longer be able to work and the rear wiper, which has become unusable, will need to be replaced. And here it is important to know how to remove it.
Possible causes of problems
Some experts argue that if the windshield wiper blades do not work when turned on, then the most common reason for this is a failed fuse. In this case, no special efforts will be required to fix the problem. You just need to open the fuse box cover (on the left under the steering column) and find the appropriate fuse. A diagram printed on the inside of the lid will help you do this.
If the wipers do not work intermittently, then the relay may have failed. It is located in the same place as the fuses. It needs to be replaced with a new one. But, as statistics provided by owners of Lada cars show, fuses or relays blow out quite rarely.
A very common reason why the Lada Kalina windshield wiper blades do not work is the destruction of the bushings. As experienced drivers say, plastic bushings fall apart very quickly - their service life is at most 3 years.
What to look for when choosing?
It is no secret that the level of visibility to the rear depends on the efficiency of the brush, which is especially important when maneuvering in cramped conditions and in bad weather. When choosing, you should lean toward high-quality branded products that will not subsequently emit an annoying squeak when rubbing against the glass and do not have to think about how to remove and replace the wiper. You should also inspect the integrity of the working element of the brush, which initially should not have cracks or breaks. An important role is played by the force with which the rear wiper is pressed to the surface of the glass, as well as the material from which the product is made.
Windshield wiper blades for Lada Kalina 2004-2018: sizes and articles - AutoExpert
Windshield wipers are important elements in any car. They, by clearing the windshield of dirt, enable the driver to view the roadway in bad weather. If these elements are faulty in bad weather, then driving such a car will pose a danger not only to the person in the car, but also to all other road users.
In the video, replacing wiper blades with frameless ones.
Size of wipers on Lada Kalina
The following are standard for Lada Kalina:
- Driver's side brush – 60 cm.
- Passenger side brush – 40 cm.
Advantages and weaknesses of wipers
Each type of brush has certain advantages, and at the same time, both product options are not without disadvantages. Frameless versions have great durability, because for their production manufacturers use high-quality rubber and weather-resistant plastic. Over time, although the rear brush wears out, this process is not intensive.
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In operation, frameless brushes for the Lada Kalina station wagon do not emit unpleasant squeaks and do not greatly rub the surface of the rear window. Also, the products adequately withstand the onslaught of temperature changes.
Now the disadvantages. There is only one point here - it is overpriced.
In addition to the metal base, frame brushes have plastic structural components that are integrated into the frame itself. Cleaners are low-cost and widely distributed in the retail chain.
Among the disadvantages of frame options, one can highlight their small resource. After a couple of years of use, the working elements of such a brush become unusable and require inevitable replacement. A constant companion to the work of the wiper is an annoying squeak.
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Windshield wipers Champion Easyvision E60 + E41
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Windshield wipers Champion Easyvision Retro Clip ER60 + ER40
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Windshield wipers Trico Force TF600L + TF400L
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Windshield wipers Trico NeoForm NF600 + NF400
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Windshield wipers Trico ICE 600mm + 400mm
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Windshield wipers Champion Winter WX60 + WX41
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Rear wiper dimensions
The brushes used to clean the rear window of the Lada Kalina station wagon or hatchback have a length that varies from 360 mm (14″) to 406 mm (16″). In such a situation, it is possible to experiment with the length and choose the most effective option that will clean the required area of glass. Some owners resort to the option of installing a rear brush, similar to that used on the front passenger side. By the way, its length is also 406 mm. Next, we will consider the question of how to change the wiper.
Model sizes
This criterion is considered one of the most important, since the final choice depends on it. The size of a vehicle's windshield wipers affects the maximum area of glass that can be wiped. The rear device installed on a hatchback body usually has different parameters compared to the windshield.
At the front, the size of the brushes is considered optimal, more compact. The manufacturer produces a twenty-four-inch front wiper as standard. Most consumers like this size, since the device is able to effectively remove all dirt from the glass quickly, without streaks, with maximum coverage of the contact surface.
On the passenger side, the product can be installed at 16 inches.
When purchasing a purifier, it is better to seek help from a manager. He will give detailed advice and explain all the details. Companies often indicate incorrect data on the packaging that does not correspond to the technical specifications. Companies often round up digital values, which can become a problem during selection and further operation and installation. The seller will show you and tell you which mechanism you should buy.
Replacing the rear wiper on Kalina
So, how to change it yourself? The replacement process is very simple.
- Withdrawal. To do this, remove the holder and remove the brush. Here you will need to pull the cleaner itself and at the same time press the latch.
- Installation. This manipulation is much easier than dismantling the wiper on a LADA Kalina station wagon. We insert the brush into the mounting location, and then press it with manual force, thus achieving fixation in the holder, which will be indicated by a characteristic click. Replacement is complete. Now you know how to change the rear wiper on a car.
Types of device
To choose and purchase the best wipers for Kalina, you should study the main types of mechanisms, as well as their fundamental differences and sizes.
There are several main types of cleaning products for this model of vehicle:
- not having a frame base;
- based on a frame.
Each of the above types has its own advantages. However, negative traits are also inherent in each of them.
The first type (frameless) has a high percentage of service life. This advantage is associated with correct manufacturing. The manufacturer uses only high-quality plastic and rubber. This approach extends the “life” of the Granta brush. A long period of operation does not affect the functionality; the rubber bands do not wear out quickly.
Extraneous sounds will not irritate the person driving or his passengers. The cleaning device is soft even with a large minus. He is not afraid of constantly changing temperature conditions.
Possible malfunctions and how to eliminate them?
Intermittent operation of the rear wiper mechanism is a very common situation faced by owners of the Lada Kalina station wagon. The solution is simple - you need to replace the fuse. It is located in the mounting block, which in turn is located under the panel to the left of the steering column. Sometimes a replacement requires a relay, which can be found in the same mounting module.
When the rear windshield wiper completely refuses to function after activating the button, then diagnostics of the electric drive of the LADA Kalina station wagon will be needed. The wiring goes to the electric motor itself. Here you need to make sure that the contact at the ground terminal is reliable. In most cases, the problem is eliminated by simply cleaning the contacts from oxides. If such manipulations do not give the desired result, disassembling the mechanism and probably replacing the motor will be required. Sometimes the culprit for the lack of purifier functionality is the steering column switch.
Let's sum it up
The article provides basic recommendations on how to choose the right one, as well as how to remove and install a rear windshield wiper for LADA Kalina station wagon. Situations with partial or complete loss of functionality of the mechanism, and what to do if these problems arise, are also discussed.
We recommend choosing a high-quality rear windshield wiper, which will not only effectively clean the surface of the stern glass, but will also last much longer.
This procedure will be necessary for all car owners who have a rear wiper, either a station wagon or a Lada Kalina hatchback. For this work you will need a 10 mm wrench and a screwdriver (any).
Test drive Toyota Tundra. Review of the brainchild of the Japanese automobile industry + Video
It was extremely interesting to test drive the Toyota Tundra. The creation of Japanese designers is interesting because it was conceived as a mini-truck, but is not used for this purpose. The model has not yet gained much popularity in our country: the thing is not cheap and quite large. Although the Tundra periodically flashes on the streets, the whole problem is in the class: it’s too small for a truck and not everyone needs it (and those who need it can’t afford it), for a pickup truck it’s too large and cumbersome. And a truck that can lift only 705 kg. – a very highly specialized thing. Nevertheless, people have begun to take a closer look at the Tundra and are interested in its characteristics. The test drive of the Toyota Tundra once again confirmed the professionalism of the company’s employees. If you do not take into account the uncertainty of the target audience, there is almost nothing to complain about. A couple of words about the interior. Claims can only be made at the entrance - you have to climb quite high, and the Tundra does not have a step. But after climbing, you just get shocked. Like in the old Soviet movie: “just a small apartment”! Moreover, the design would be more suited to an SUV rather than a truck - even if there are no special “fingers” like leather, natural wood and chrome, but otherwise it is very representative. Naturally, we are considering the basic model, and not the luxury class - everything is possible there order at least in mahogany and rhinoceros skin. Purely visually, the only thing that looks “not very good” is the torpedo – it somewhat resembles pipes rolled into asphalt. But the abundance of places where you can keep small things needed on the road is worthy of all admiration. In addition to 2 glove compartments, there are lockable compartments in the doors, a box in the armrest and 4 compartments in the overhead console. The seats are traditionally comfortable, and in size they resemble full-fledged sofas. Pleasant additions include a hi-end audio system, cruise and climate control, a rear view camera and bluetooth. I was very pleasantly surprised by the perfect sound insulation of the cabin - many Toyota models have noticeable problems with it.
What can the Tundra boast? The newest variation of the car has a 5.7-liter engine. Naturally, the gearbox is 6-speed. Since the model is mainly priced and bought by Americans, there are modifications with both all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive only. In all-wheel drive versions, the front axle can be disabled and re-engaged “manually” using a special switch. On Tundra with a V8 engine, the function is available on the go. The cargo bed is also available in different lengths: from 1.68 to 2.47. In the latter case, the total length of the car is 6.28 meters, which makes it somewhat difficult, for example, to find a parking space. At the same time, a wonderful surprise was the turning radius of only 6.7 m - for its size, the Tundra turns almost on the spot. One thing can be said about the safety system: the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Safety and Security) awarded it as many as 4 stars for protection in a frontal collision. We can say that by using the Tundra you are maximally insured against road troubles (if, of course, you yourself make an effort to do so).
Tundra drive Thanks to the engine power, the model accelerates to 100 km/h in just 6.2 seconds. The visibility is excellent, the steering wheel is extremely informative, and the whole “carcass” is obedient to it even at high speeds and on unimportant roads. Adhesion to the road surface is also close to ideal: slipping and sliding were not noticeable either on concrete blocks, or on primer, or on stones. Many pickup trucks have the unpleasant habit of walking poorly with an unloaded body. Tundra is free from these shortcomings: no wobbling, no rattling, no willfulness with attempts to skid the entire car was detected. The box works like a Swiss watch: without clicks, lags or jerks. You can understand that the gear has changed only by looking at the tachometer, it happens so smoothly.
Consumption It is clear that with such an engine volume it is naive to expect 5 liters per 100 km. However, everything is not so bad: with a fully loaded cargo platform (an ATV was being transported) along the highway at an uneconomical speed of 130 km/h, 17 liters were needed. It is clear that more will “fly” in the city, but this is quite predictable: the Tundra is quite comparable in size to a minibus. But you can even pour 92 gasoline into it, which greatly consoles potential and existing owners. By the way, they can follow in the footsteps of the Americans: having assessed the reliability of the mechanisms, they boldly pour mineral oil into the Tundra once every 40,000 kilometers, saving money quite well. Getting acquainted with the technical characteristics of the model, looking around its huge interior and appreciating the comfort, you begin to feel sad about that the car is not yet very popular among our compatriots. A test drive of the Toyota Tundra convincingly proved that it is quite worthy of close attention. The only significant drawback can be considered only its cost. Even the dimensions are easy to get used to over time and instantly calculate the appropriate place to park successfully.
