2012 HYUNDAI IX35 windshield wipers

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Keys / 4-2
Remote keyless entry / 4-5
Smart key / 4-8
Theft-alarm system / 4-11
Door locks / 4-13
Tailgate / 4-17
Windows / 4-19
Hood / 4-24
Fuel filler lid / 4-26
Panorama Sunroof / 4-29
Steering wheel / 4-33
Mirrors / 4-35
Instrument cluster / 4-42
Rear parking assist system / 4-67
Rearview camera / 4-71
Hazard warning flasher / 4-71
Lighting / 4-72
Wipers and washers / 4-78
Interior light / 4-82
Defroster / 4-85
Manual climate control system / 4-87
Automatic climate control system / 4-96
Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-104
Storage compartment / 4-108
Interior features / 4-110
Exterior features / 4-117
Audio system / 4-118
Features of your vehicle

Features of your vehicle
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A : Wiper speed control (front)
· – Single wipe · O – Off
· --- – Intermittent wipe AUTO* – Auto control wipe
· 1 – Low wiper speed· 2 – High wiper speed
B : Intermittent control wipe time adjustment
C : Wash with brief wipes (front) D : Rear wiper/washer control · – Continuous wipe
· --- – Intermittent wipe (if equipped)
· O – Off
E : Wash with brief wipes (rear)
* : if equipped
WIPERS AND WASHERS
Windshield wiper/washer Rear window wiper/washer
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Features of your vehicle
Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition
switch is turned ON.: For a single wiping cycle, movethe lever to this position and
release it. The wipers will operate
continuously if the lever is held inthis position.
O : Wiper is not in operation
--- : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode
in light rain or mist. To vary the speed
setting, turn the speed control knob.
1 : Normal wiper speed
2 : Fast wiper speed
✽✽ NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow
or ice on the windshield, defrost the
windshield for about 10 minutes, or
until the snow and/or ice is removed
before using the windshield wipers to
ensure proper operation.
Auto control (if equipped)
The rain sensor located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping
cycle for the proper interval. The more it
rains, the faster the wiper operates. When
the rain stops, the wiper stops. To vary the speed setting, turn the speedcontrol knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode
when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a self-check
of the system. Set the wiper to OFF posi-
tion when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and
the windshield wiper switch isplaced in the AUTO mode, use cau- tion in the following situations to
avoid any injury to the hands or other parts of the body:
Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp orwet cloth.
Do not put pressure on the wind- shield glass.
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Rain sensor

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Windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windshield and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windshield is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windshield washer fluid
to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
passenger side.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warmingthe windshield with the defrosters;the washer solution could freeze onthe windshield and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the OFF position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode while washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of the pas-senger side windshield glass.Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the OFFposition. Otherwise, wipers mayoperate and ice may damage the
windshield wiper blades. Alwaysremove all snow and ice and defrostthe windshield properly prior tooperating the windshield wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
Rear window wiper and washer
switch
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to the desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.- Normal wiper operation
--- - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped)
O - Wiper is not in operation Push the lever away from you to spray
rear washer fluid and to run the rear
wipers 1~3 cycles. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever. (if equipped)
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to
the wipers or windshield, do notoperate the wipers when the
windshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipers manually.
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