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I originally posted this on TheMatrixGarage, but since the site went down the information is no longer available to those who need it. I figured I'll post it here seeing that the community has treated me so well over the years. Thanks to dnm for providing me with the How To's I submitted on TMG before closing down the site.

How To: Install A Rear Wiper Assembly (03-08)
HOW TO: Install a rear wiper on a 03-08 Matrix equipped w/o a rear wiper.

DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any damages caused by following the steps below. Please note that this “How To” will not cover the installation of a rear washer nozel, rear spoiler, rear washer reservoir, rear washer hose, or a rear washer pump.

ATTN: Prior to proceeding, please take the time to verify your Matrix is wired for a rear wiper by:
1. Checking that the fuse box (located within the cab under the driver side dash) is housing a 15amp fuse in the “Rear Wiper” slot. Note: A diagram listing the location of this fuse can be found on the Fuse Box cover.
2. Checking that there is a connection for the “Rear Wiper Relay” (located in the rear door hatch).
3. Checking that the “Rear Wiper Relay” connection is receiving power.
4. Checking that there is a connection for the “Rear Wiper Motor” (located in the panel on the rear hatch glass).

TOOLS:
Flat Head Screwdriver
Phillips Head Screwdriver (or similar tool)
10mm Deep Socket
Socket Wrench

PARTS LIST:



STEPS:
1. Open the glass portion of the rear hatch.

2. With a Flat Head Screwdriver gently pry open the plastic casing surrounding the rear wiper bracket. Work your way around the casing releasing all the clips. Note: Be careful not to break the clips.

3. Remove the two 10mm nuts and remove the wire harness from the studs. (See pic below)


4. Remove the three Phillips Head Screws. (See pic below)


5. Remove the 10mm bolt that secures the rear glass handle and the 10mm nut that holds the rear wiper bracket in place.
Note: Be sure to support the rear wiper bracket. A second set of hands are useful here. (See pic below)



6. Turn the Wiper Bracket over and unclip the plastic wire retainer.

7. Insert the new Wiper Bracket (with Rear Wiper Motor) by securing the bracket with the 3 Phillips Head Screws removed in Step 4.

8. Replace the wire harness removed in Step 3 and the 10mm nut removed in Step 5. Note: Be careful not too torque these too tightly because you can crack the glass.

9. Connect the Wiper Motor to the wire harness and clip the wire retainer back into place. (See pic below)



10. Replace the cover and close the glass portion of the hatch.

11. With the glass portion closed assemble the wiper assembly as pictured in the parts diagram (located in the Parts List of this How To) and you’re done.

12. The only thing left to do will be to install a Rear Wiper Relay and a Wiper Switch (w/ rear wiper).

For a How To on installing the Rear Wiper Relay see (Mod Please Insert link from my other How To)
For a How To on installing a Rear Wiper Switch see (Mod please insert link from my other How To)

I originally posted this on TheMatrixGarage, but since the site went down the information is no longer available to those who need it. I figured I'll post it here seeing that the community has treated me so well over the years. Thanks to dnm for providing me with the How To's I submitted on TMG before closing down the site.

HOW TO: Install a rear wiper relay. (03-08 Matrix)

DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any damages caused by following the steps below.

TOOLS:
Flat Head Screwdriver (or similar tool)

PARTS LIST:
Rear Wiper Relay

STEPS:
1. Open the rear hatch door.

2. Remove the plastic door paneling by separating the paneling from the rear door. While providing leverage with a Flat Head Screwdriver, gently work your way around the door releasing the plastic clips. (Below is a picture of the panel removed showing the clip locations.)



3. Connect the rear wiper relay and secure it to the door frame. (See pics below) Note: Due to my stereo insulation, I can not show you where or how the rear wiper relay bracket mounts. Instead I used zip ties to secure my relay. "ZTFTW"





4. Replace the paneling, close the rear hatch, and you’re done.

I originally posted this on TheMatrixGarage, but since the site went down the information is no longer available to those who need it. I figured I'll post it here seeing that the community has treated me so well over the years. Thanks to dnm for providing me with the How To's I submitted on TMG before closing down the site.

HOW TO: Install a wiper switch. (03-08 Matrix)

DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any damages caused by following the steps below.

TOOLS:
Flat Head Screwdriver (or similar tool)
Phillips Head Screwdriver

PARTS:
Wiper Switch

STEPS:
1. Lower the steering wheel.

2. Remove the three Phillips Head Screws (See pic's below).





3. Remove the lower portion of the steering wheel casing by pushing “in” on the sides and pulling “down” gently. (See pic below).



4. Lift the upper portion of the steering wheel casing to allow access to the wiper switch (It may help if you turn the “Indicator” and “Wiper” switch down). Note: You do not need to completely remove this cover, simply allow enough room to freely access the Wiper Switch.

5. Unplug the wire harness from the wiper switch. (See pic below)



6. With a Flat Head Screwdriver, depress the clip on the wiper switch and slide the wiper switch off the bracket. (See pic below)



7. Slide the new wiper switch onto the bracket. You will hear it “click” indicating it has locked into place. Note: If your new wiper switch is missing the clear plastic circuit board cover, use the one from the removed wiper switch.

8. Turn your car on and test the switch.

9. Reverse steps 1 thru 5 to finish.

As some of you may know already, I sold the Matrix and got a Mazda3 Sport. So now I'm left with the following parts and who better to sell them to than you guys (and girls). Anyhow, onto the list.

NOTE:

• If interested please PM me.
  
• All items are first come first serve.
  
• All offers will be considered (as I really don't need these parts and they gotta go).
  
• Pictures are available upon request.
  
• Payment to be made via PayPal or cash for local pickup.
  
• Shipping available to all 50 states & Canada (at buyers expense).
  
• All prices listed are before shipping.

Parts List:

• WeatherTech Window Visors complete set for 03-08 model year. No chips, cracks, damage. $90.00
  
• Cosmo SRI (Short Ram Intake) for 05-08 model year. Comes with an Injen and Cosmo filter. $25.00
  
• TRD Grille (upper part ONLY) for 03-05 model year. $100.00
  
• OEM Air Box from 2005 base matrix (should fit 05-08 matrix). Comes with oem replacement filter and snorkle. $50.00
  
• K&N drop in filter for OEM air box, will fit 03-08 model year. $25.00
  
• Tail Lights (OEM set) 05-08 model year. $50.00
  
• Possibly more to come....

Thanks,

After 8 years and more than 137k miles it was hard letting the Matrix go, but on Saturday (3/30/2013) I made my decission and traded her in for a black 2010 Mazda 3 Sport (5 door). The deal was perfect, they gave me what I wanted for my trade & got the payments lower than I asked for within the term I wanted. On top of that, the M3's a certified pre-owned with a warranty of 7 yrs & or 100K miles powertrain & 12 month 12k mile bumper to bumper. In addition to the warranty I also have a 3 year buyback protection in case she goes sour or I grow out of love with her. For now it's been great and I'm loving it...

I plan on posting some pics later, but as of right now she's stock and not much too look at.