4Runner. Why did rear wiper stop working?

Sounds like the switch .

I had the same problem, 97 4 runner. I followed #1 solution: start engine, lower rear window, raise/close rear window. Turn off engine, restart engine and it should re-set. It did for me.

If the wiper motor when bad, and stop in any position ,other than its resting position, the rear body ecu disable the window motor, Do this test remove the rear panel and at the same time that the wiper switch is On ,tap the motor with the hammer gently if it gets activated the problem is the motor.

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hi try earthing the unit when switched on / also try to see if any plugs have came apart in the boot/trunk area

If your rear wiper, fluid wash, and rear defrost stopped working at the same time try this first before taking it to the dealer. Start the 4Runner and lower the rear window glass. Wait a few seconds and raise the rear window. Turn the engine off and wait a few seconds. Restart the engine and see if this helps. I had the same problem after I had my drive belt replaced and the shop disconnected the battery cable. When the battery cable is disconnected it causes the rear wiper, fluid wash and defrost to stop working. Good luck!

I just had the same problem. I have an '04 4Runner and my rear wiper, fluid wash, and defrost stopped working after it was recently serviced. If you had the battery cables disconnected recently here is the solution...Start the engine and lower the rear tailgate window all the way... close the rear window and then turn the engine off. Restart the engine and the wiper,wash, and defrost. should work again. It has something to do with the computer which needs to be rebooted. Good luck.

make sure the back window is all the way up then try the wiper, if it still does not work then it is a sensor for the rear window (about $30.00) if you installed it yourself

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hey i'm facing the same problem. checked for 12v, looks fine, except for the blue wire with a yellow tracer. 0v... electrical or motor issue? thanks

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check the window shield wiper in the right position, you must put it into the clamp.