2012 TOYOTA IQ light

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Windshield wipers and washer
Intermittent wiper
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

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Rain-sensing windshield wipers (if equipped)
With “AUTO” selected, the wipers will operate automatically
when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically
adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle
speed.
Rain-sensing wiper opera-
tion
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Sensor sensitivity (high)
Sensor sensitivity (low)

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The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the ON position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation (vehicles with rain-sensing
windshield wipers)
Even when the wipers are not in AUTO mode, wiper operation varies
depending on vehicle speed when the washer is being used (delay until drop
prevention wiper sweep occurs).
Rain drop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
The sensor judges the amount of rain-
drops.

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Vehicles without smart entry & start system:
If the wiper switch is turned to AUTO position while the engine switch is in
the ON position, the wiper will operate once to show that AUTO mode is
activated.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system:
If the wiper switch is turned to AUTO position while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate once to
show that AUTO mode is activated.
If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 90°C (194°F) or higher, or
-10°C (14°F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case,
operate the wipers in any mode other than “AUTO”.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and that there is washer fluid
in the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
(vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or
the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fin-
gers or anything else does not become caught in the windshield wipers.
NOTICE
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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Rear window wiper and washer
Vehicles with intermittent wiper
Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer operation

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The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the ON position.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
NOTICE
When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
Vehicles without intermittent wiper
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer operation

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Automatic reactivation of TRC and VSC systems
After turning the TRC and VSC systems off, the systems will be automati-
cally reactivated in the following situations:
Vehicles without smart entry & start system
When the engine switch is turned off
If only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic reactivation
will not occur when vehicle speed increases.
Vehicles with smart entry & start system
When the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned off
If only the TRC system is turned off, the TRC will turn on when vehicle
speed increases
If both the TRC and VSC systems are turned off, automatic reactivation
will not occur when vehicle speed increases.
Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, VSC, TRC and brake assist
systems
A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may
be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.

3Interior features
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning
system ............................ 238
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................ 244
Rear window defogger...... 252
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 254
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type ............ 257
Using the radio ................. 260
Using the CD player ......... 265
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs...................... 272
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................ 280
Using the AUX port ........... 282
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ................ 284
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 286
• Interior light ..................... 2873-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 288
• Cup holder ...................... 289
• Bottle holders.................. 289
• Auxiliary box ................... 290
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ......................... 293
Vanity mirrors.................... 294
Power outlet ...................... 295
Seat heaters ..................... 296
Assist grips ....................... 298
Floor mat........................... 299
Luggage compartment
features........................... 301