WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS
Windshield Wipers
The wipers and washers are operated by a switch in the multifunction lever. Turn the end of the lever to select the desired wiper speed.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
Rotate the end of the lever upward, to the first detent past the intermittent settings for low-speed wiper operation. Rotate the end of the lever upward to the second detent past the intermittent settings for high-speed wiper operation.
The intermittent feature of this system was designed for use when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with a
If the washer knob is depressed while in the delay range, the wiper 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
variable pause between cycles, desirable. For maximum
the off position, the wiper will turn on and cycle approxi- 2
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.
To use the windshield washer, push the washer knob, located on the end of the multifunction lever, inward to the second detent. Washer fluid will be sprayed and the wiper will operate for two to three cycles after the washer knob is released from this position.
mately three times after the wash 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.
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 to the first detent and release. The wipers will cycle one time and automati- cally shut off.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; there- fore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automat- ically activates the wipers for the driver. The feature is espe- cially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of five settings to activate this feature.
NOTE:
This feature can be programmed through the Uconnect system. Refer to “Uconnect Settings” in “Multimedia” for further information.
The sensitivity of the system can be adjusted with the multi- function lever. Wiper delay position 1 is the least sensitive, and wiper delay position 5 is the most sensitive. Position 3 should be used for normal rain conditions. Positions 1 and 2 can be used if the driver desires less wiper sensitivity. Posi- tions 4 and 5 can be used if the driver desires more sensi- tivity. Place the wiper switch in the O (off) position when not using the system.
NOTE:
The Rain Sensing system has protection features for the wiper blades and arms, and will not operate under the following conditions:
The controls for the manual heating and air conditioning system in this vehicle consist of a series of outer rotary dials
5 mph (8 km/h), or the gear selector is moved out of the
and inner push knobs. These comfort controls can be set to 2
NEUTRAL position.
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