Fig. 1.38. Three-position switch for windshield wiper and washer operation
The switch has three positions:
- intermittent mode;
- slow motion;
- fast movement.
Note: To prevent damage to the windshield wipers, do not attempt to clear heavy snow or ice with the wipers. Accumulated snow or ice must be cleared manually. If there is only a light layer of snow or ice, turn the heater to the defroster mode and melt the snow or ice before using the wipers.
Windshield washer operation
Fig. 1.39. Windshield washer activation mode
Washer fluid will be supplied to the windshield when the windshield wiper/washer switch lever is moved toward the steering wheel. When the windshield washer is turned on, the windshield wipers will automatically perform two strokes while supplying washing fluid. The washer will stop working when the windshield wiper/washer switch is released.
Note: Do not operate the washer for more than 15 seconds or when the washer reservoir is empty.
Note: In cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the glass before using the wiper.
Note: In areas where water freezes in the winter, use an antifreeze windshield washer fluid.
Windshield defogging
Fig. 1.40. Windshield defogging activation mode
To clear the windshield mist (single wipe), press the windshield wiper/washer switch up.
Windscreen wiper operation with variable interval wiper blade operation mode (additional equipment)
Fig. 1.41. Variable interval mode
To use the variable interval wiper function, move the wiper switch to the "INT" (Intermittent) position. In this switch position, the intermittent wiper interval can be changed from approximately 1 to 18 seconds by turning the intermittent interval adjustment wheel on the switch lever.