Windscreen wipers (front)
Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
-
2 : Fast wiper speed
-
1 :Normal wiper speed
-
---/AUTO* : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob.
-
O : Wiper is not in operation
-
∨ : For a single wiping cycle, move the lever to this position and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.
* : if equipped
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windscreen, defrost the windscreen for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before using the windscreen wipers to ensure proper operation. If you do not remove the snow and/or ice before using the wiper and washer, it may damage the wiper and washer system.
If you operate the wipers whilst driving on snowy roads, the wipers may stop due to snow buildup on your windscreen. This is normal and not a failure because it is one of our safety features to prevent vehicle accidents and wiper damage from overloading the wiper motor. If the wipers stop, remove snow accumulated on the top or bottom of windscreen before using them.
AUTO (Automatic) control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windscreen glass senses the amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval. The more it rains, the faster the wiper operates. When the rain stops, the wiper stops.
To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper will operate once to perform a self-check of the system. Set the wiper to (O) position when the wiper is not in use.
When the ignition switch is ON and the windscreen wiper switch is placed in the AUTO mode, use caution in the following situations to avoid any injury to the hands or other parts of the body:
-
Do not touch the upper end of the windscreen glass facing the rain sensor.
-
Do not wipe the upper end of the windscreen glass with a damp or wet cloth.
-
Do not put pressure on the windscreen glass.
-
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the (O) position to stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be damaged if the switch is set in the AUTO mode whilst washing the vehicle.
-
Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the passenger side windscreen glass. Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by your vehicle warranty.
-
When starting the vehicle in winter, set the wiper switch in the off position. Otherwise, wipers may operate and ice may damage the windscreen wiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrost the windscreen properly prior to operating the windscreen wipers.