Wipers and washers
Windshield wiper/washer
Rear window wiper/washer (if equipped)
A : Wiper speed control
· MIST/ – Single wipe
· OFF – Off
· INT – Intermittent wipe
(if equipped)
· LO – Low wiper speed
· HI – High wiper speed
B : Intermittent wipe time adjustment
(if equipped)
C :Wash with brief wipes
D : Rear wiper/washer control
· – Spraying washer fluid
· ON – Continuous wipe
· INT – Intermittent wipe
(if equipped)
· OFF – Off
· – Wash with brief wipes
Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON.
: For a single wiping cycle, push the lever forward and release it with the lever in the OFF position. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is pushed upward and held.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals.
Use this mode in a light rain or
mist. To vary the speed setting,
turn the speed control
knob (➀). (if equipped)
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed
NOTICE
Before using the windshield wipers
when there is a heavy accumulation
of snow or ice on the windshield,
defrost the windshield for about 10
minutes, or until the snow or ice is
removed. This will help ensure proper
windshield wiper operation.
Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever
gently toward you to spray washer
fluid on the windshield and to run the
wipers 2-3 cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not sufficient, you will need to add appropriate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger side.
NOTICE
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is
empty.
WARNING - Windshield
washer
Do not use the washer in freezing
temperatures without first
warming the windshield with the
defrosters; the washer solution
could freeze on contact with the
windshield and obscure your
vision.
CAUTION
• To prevent possible damage
to the wipers or windshield,
do not operate the wipers
when the windshield is dry.
• To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
• To prevent damage to the
wiper arms and other components,
do not attempt to move
the wipers manually.
Rear window wiper and washer
switch (if equipped)
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the
wiper and washer switch lever. Turn
the switch to desired position to
operate the rear wiper and washer.
If the rear hatch window is open ( ), the rear wiper will not operate.
Check the rear hatch window warning light in the instrument cluster, and make sure the rear hatch window is closed completely.
- Spraying washer fluid and wiping
OFF - Wiper is not in operation
INT - Intermittent wiper operation
(if equipped)
ON - Normal wiper opertion
- Spraying washer fluid and wiping
See also:
Automatic climate control system
1. Temperature control knob
2. A/C display
3. Fan speed control knob
4. AUTO (automatic control) button
5. Mode selection button
6. Air conditioning button
7. Front windshield defrost button
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