Will Automatic Rear Wiper Interfere with Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top Rack on a 2017 Honda Fit
Updated 07/10/2017 | Published 07/07/2017
Question:
Im interested in the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier for Vehicles w/ Spoilers - Adjustable Arms - Trunk Mount Item # HRF2 and I own a 2017 Honda fit with the spoiler. I am unable to determine if it can or can not be mounted on the Honda fit and still use the rear wiper, which automatically turns on when you are in reverse and the front wipers are on. I have not seen any photos on the internet that shows the support arm tucked just under the spoiler to clear the wiper. Yes, I can try to remember to not use the wipers when in reverse but Im not getting any younger and possibility is still there to forget.
asked by: Stephen T
Expert Reply:
On the Hollywood Racks Over-the-Top 2 Bike Carrier for Vehicles w/ Spoilers - Adjustable Arms - Trunk Mount Item # HRF2 the lower of the 2 upper arms has to rest against the rear window of your 2017 Honda Fit. But it looks like the wiper does not reach all the top of the rear window and that upper arm will be tucked up under the spoiler. So while I can't guarantee there won't be any interference it looks to me like it will work. Otherwise the rack will have to come off when not in use.
