WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on
the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering
column. The front wipers are operated by rotating a
switch, located on the end of the lever.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
1 — Push End Inward (Hold For Washer Or Short Press
For Mist)
2 — Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
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INDSHIELD
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IPER
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PERATION
Intermittent Wipers
The intermittent feature of this system was designed
for use when weather conditions make a single wiping
cycle, with a variable pause between cycles, desirable.
For maximum delay between cycles, rotate the control
knob upward to the first detent.
The delay interval decreases as you rotate the knob
until it enters the low continual speed position. The
delay can be regulated from a maximum of about 18
seconds between cycles, to a cycle every one second.
The delay intervals will double in duration when the
vehicle speed is 10 mph (16 km/h) or less.
Windshield Washers
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward
and hold. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wipers
will operate for two to three cycles after the washer
knob is released.
If the washer knob is pushed while in the delay range,
the wipers will operate for several seconds after the
washer knob is released. It will then resume the
intermittent interval previously selected. If the washer
knob is pushed while in the off position, the wipers will
turn on and cycle approximately three times after the
washer knob is released.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets
or exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield
could lead to a collision. You might not see other
vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing
of the windshield during freezing weather, warm
the windshield with the defroster before and during
windshield washer use.
Mist
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This feature senses rain or snowfall on the windshield
and automatically activates the wipers. Rotate the end
of the multifunction lever to one of four detent positions
to activate this feature.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the
multifunction lever. Wiper delay position one is the least
sensitive, and wiper delay detent position four is the
most sensitive.
Wiper delay position three should be used for normal
rain conditions.
Positions one and two can be used if the driver desires
less wiper sensitivity. Position four can be used if the
driver desires more sensitivity. Place the wiper switch in
the O (off) position when not using the system.
NOTE:
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The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the
wiper switch is in the low or high-speed position.
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When a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray from
a passing vehicle is needed, push the washer knob,
located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward
briefly and release. The wipers will cycle one time and
automatically shut off.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump;
therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the
windshield. The washer function must be used in order
to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement, see
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