Lexus GX 470 2009, Owner'S Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
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Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more
time after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, the last sweep will not happen if the vehicle is traveling above 106 mph
(170 km/h).
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Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
Vehicle speed affects the following even when the wipers are not in “AUTO” mode.
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Intermittent wiper interval (“INT” mode)
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Wiper operation when the washer is being used (delay until drip prevention
wiper sweep occurs)
With “LO” selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermit-
tent wiper operation only when the vehicle is stationary.
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Rain drop sensor (vehicles equipped with the rain-sensing windshield wipers)
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If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir.
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In extremely hot or cold weather
The system will turn off if the windshield gets extremely hot (more than 194

F
[90

C]) or cold (less than 14

F [-10

C]).
The sensor judges the amount of raindrops.