Hi all

Have at last collected my Alphard from the importer. I noticed that the rear wiper arm was missing and raised this with the dealer to be told that the’ thing’ in Japan is to remove the wiper arm and replace it with a decorative cover, which is what I have.

I would like to fit a new arm and blade and wondered if anyone on the Forum had heard about the removal of the wiper arm and also where to get a decent replacement.

There a a few on eBay but thought I would check with you all first.

TIA

Regards

Phil

 

 

45 minutes ago, Phil59 said:

Hi all

Have at last collected my Alphard from the importer. I noticed that the rear wiper arm was missing and raised this with the dealer to be told that the’ thing’ in Japan is to remove the wiper arm and replace it with a decorative cover, which is what I have.

I would like to fit a new arm and blade and wondered if anyone on the Forum had heard about the removal of the wiper arm and also where to get a decent replacement.

There a a few on eBay but thought I would check with you all first.

TIA

Regards

Phil

 

 

 

Hi Phil,

 

This news to me !

A rear wiper is not an MOT requirement in the UK, but I have yet to see an Alphie without one.

 

Has your importer only imported it for you, or have they registered it and had an MOT done?

 

Toyotaalphardepc.com is a place to look for part numbers.

Then try Snows, they will probably get it for you.

Snows will also (probably) get the part number from the EPC for you.

 

I find my local branch of Snows very helpful. 

They are not 'huffy' like many about grey imports

Could you share a picture of your cover and the tailgate? I kind of like this idea 🙃 

 

Thanks

 

 

Hi Rojie

As I was writing the post, it occurred to me about the MOT requirement so I am pleased to hear it is not mandatory.

The dealer advertised the Alphard on their site and I paid a deposit without seeing it and basing the purchase on the auction grade. I have never done anything like that before but I am very pleased with the vehicle and it is as advertised, no complaints.

The dealer had other Alphard’s there without rear wipers.?

 

Nov, I’ll take a photo tomorrow and post it, but be prepared to be underwhelmed!

Regards

Phil

 

1 minute ago, Phil59 said:

Hi Rojie

As I was writing the post, it occurred to me about the MOT requirement so I am pleased to hear it is not mandatory.

The dealer advertised the Alphard on their site and I paid a deposit without seeing it and basing the purchase on the auction grade. I have never done anything like that before but I am very pleased with the vehicle and it is as advertised, no complaints.

The dealer had other Alphard’s there without rear wipers.?

 

Nov, I’ll take a photo tomorrow and post it, but be prepared to be underwhelmed!

Regards

Phil

 

 

Hi Phil,

 

Most of us are new to this Alphard ownership.

Join the Club. Oh, you have !

 

The DVLA have, in my opinion, a very good website regarding MOT requirements.

You should check it to reassure yourself.

Many of us find ourselves referring to it frequently.

 

Rear foglights and rear retroreflectors are a current MOT topic. (even if you have a current MOT !!! ).

Not all importer / dealers, including mine, are meeting all the MOT requirements even though the vehicles have MOTs !

You sure its missing? Is your alphard 1st gen? on 2008 onwards, the rear wiper is fitted under the roof spoiler, i remember 1st viewing mine and drawing air in over teeth, because I thought the rear wiper was not fitted, but then spotted it when checking the 3rd brake light was functioning (and the fact the wiper controller inside had 'rear' controls too)

Quick check on ebay, you can buy the complete arm and wiper for under £20. These look identical to the factory fitted ones.

 

Edited January 23, 20223 yr by Chris.ac

Hi Phil,

 

If your Alphie is Gen 1, as 2007 would suggest, you should have a wiper arm in the middle of the lower edge of the rear window. 

Hi all

As promised here is a photo of the ‘decorative cover.’ I might have made it sound better than it is by mistake, it is only a plastic knob.

Thanks to you all for your advice and to you Rojie fo the info regarding spares.

Regards

Phil

Hi, if you find my posts on "rear wiper arm and blade" I list where these can be purchased and how to fit if motor and shaft are ffitted.

Hi Starider

Yes I have been watching your posts with interest!

Regards

Interesting topic.

I’ve had a wiper blade intensive life in the last few days!

Briefly, Halfords informed me they no longer stocked blades for Hyundai vehicles as the manufacturer had given the sole selling rights to Arnold Clark dealership. I’d bought a rear screen blade for a family members i10 which didn’t fit. There was a change in design after 2013. The blade had cost me £7+, refunded by Halfords. Off we went to A. Clark dealership Glasgow where the blade for his 2-3 year old i10 cost £19.97!

As the rubber had split we (he!) had no choice other than to stump up.

As luck(?) would have it a couple of days later I noticed my A10 Alphy rear blade rubber was splitting. Halfords didn’t stock any & suggested A. Clarks!!!

EBay research came up with recommended full set of 3 blades for £25. Arriving in two days, I’ll report back re quality.

Question: is rear wiper arm fitted to taper splines? Mine is tight to come off, even after penetrant spray application, garage owner advised some have soft cotter pins which can shear easily!

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