Volkswagen Golf GTI 2016, Owner'S Manual

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To help prevent damage to the wiper blades and the wiper motor
when it is cold outside, always make sure that blades are not
frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. Using the
service position can be helpful in cold weather so the wipers do
not freeze to the windshield → Windshield wiper service position
.
If the ignition is switched off while the wipers are running, the
wipers will continue at the same wiping speed when the
ignition is switched on again. Frost, ice, snow, leaves, and
other objects on the windshield can damage the wipers and
the wiper motor.
Remove snow and ice from the wipers before you begin
driving.
If the wiper blades freeze to the windshield, loosen them
carefully. Volkswagen recommends using a deicing spray.
NOTICE