How to operate the rear wiper and washer in a Kia EV2
The EV2’s rear-window control has three wipe positions and a separate washer action. Identify the rear selector before changing the front wiper speed by mistake.
Checked against the MY2027 English owner manual for this model on 27 October 2026. Equipment and software can differ; use the instructions and controls fitted to your own vehicle.
Use the rear-wiper selector: 0 is off, 1 is intermittent and 2 is continuous wiping. Push the wiper lever away from you to wash the rear window with brief wipes.
Before you change the setting
Learn the control positions while parked. Check that the glass and blade are free of ice or heavy snow before operating the wiper. Do not use a frozen blade as a tool for clearing accumulated material from the window.
Work through the controls
Tick steps as you go. Your progress stays in this tab.
Check the result
If the wiper has stopped because of snow accumulation, remove the obstruction before operating it again. Repeatedly moving a control will not remove that load safely. Use appropriate washer fluid and maintain a clear view rather than relying on a dirty or frozen blade.
Common questions
Does pulling the lever operate the rear washer?+
The manual gives pushing the lever away as the rear-washer action; pulling it is the front wash-and-wipe action.
Which position is intermittent?+
The rear control uses 1 for intermittent and 2 for continuous wiping.
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Where this guide comes from
Written from the official references below. Reviewed on 27 October 2026. This is a source-based guide, not a claim of hands-on vehicle testing.
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