Windshield made of heat-insulating glass
Fig. 90 Heat-reflective windshield with communications window (blue shaded area).
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Introduction to the subject
Windshields made of insulating glass have a transparent metallic infrared-reflecting coating. There is an uncoated area (communications window) just above the inside rearview mirror ⇒ Fig. 90 . This serves as a communications window for transmitting signals to and from electronic components and accessories.
The uncoated area must not be blocked on the inside or outside or covered with stickers because this can cause the electronic components to malfunction.
Windshield wipers and washer
Introduction to the subject
In this chapter you will find information on the following subjects:
⇒ Indicator light
⇒ Windshield wiper lever
⇒ Windshield wiper functions
⇒ Windshield wiper service position
⇒ Rain sensor
⇒ Checking and refilling windshield washer fluid
WARNING
Windshield washer fluid without enough frost protection can freeze on the windshield and reduce visibility.
- Use the windshield washer system with enough frost protection for winter temperatures.
- Never use the windshield wipers/washers when it is freezing without first defrosting the windshield. The washer solution may freeze on the windshield and reduce visibility.
WARNING
Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents and severe injuries.
- Always replace wiper blades that are worn, damaged, or do not keep the windshield clear.
NOTE
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 windshield wiper service position can be helpful in cold weather so the wipers do not freeze to the windshield ⇒ Windshield wiper service position .
Indicator light
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Your vehicle may be equipped with an indicator light that comes on when the windshield washer fluid level is low.
| Lights up | Proper response |
|---|---|
| Not enough windshield washer fluid. Refill windshield washer reservoir at the next opportunity ⇒ Checking and refilling windshield washer fluid . |
When the ignition is switched on, several warning and indicator lights come on briefly for a function check. They go out after a few seconds.
NOTE
Failure to heed warning lights or text WARNINGS can result in vehicle damage.
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