2014 TOYOTA AURIS HYBRID wipers

3274-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Front and rear fog light switch
Turns the front and rear
fog lights off
Turns the front fog lights
on
Turns both front and
rear fog lights on
Releasing the switch ring returns it
to .
Operating the switch ring again
turns only the rear fog light off.
Fog lights can be used when
Vehicles with a rear fog light switch
The headlights are turned on.
Vehicles with a front and rear fog light switch
Front fog lights: The headlights or the front position lights are turned on.
Rear fog light: The front fog lights are turned on.
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3284-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows. When
intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper interval
can be also adjusted.
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield
wiper operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is
selected.
Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Windshield wipers and washer
Operating the wiper lever
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3294-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
Vehicles with headlight cleaners:
When the headlights are on and
the lever is pulled and held, the
headlight cleaners will operate
once. After this, the headlight
cleaners will operate every 5th
time the lever is pulled.
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
When “AUTO” is 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 windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield
wiper operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
When “AUTO” is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted as
follows by turning the switch ring.
Increases the rain-sensing
windshield wiper sensitivity
Decreases the rain-sensing
windshield wiper sensitivity
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3304-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically operate a
couple of times after the washer
squirts.
Vehicles with headlight cleaners:
When the headlights are on and
the lever is pulled and held, the
headlight cleaners will operate
once. After this, the headlight
cleaners will operate every 5th
time the lever is pulled.
The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model:
The power switch is in 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 drip
prevention wiper sweep occurs).
Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Except hybrid model: If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position
while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will operate
once to show that “AUTO” mode is activated.
Hybrid model: If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the
power switch is in ON mode, the wiper will operate once to show that
“AUTO” mode is activated.
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The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are
present on the windshield.

3314-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 90C (194F) or higher, or -15C
(5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 if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehi-
cles 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
fingers etc. do 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
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

3324-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows:
Intermittent window
wiper operation
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wiper will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
Except hybrid model (vehicles without a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Except hybrid model (vehicles with a smart entry & start system):
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
Hybrid model:
The power switch is in ON mode.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Rear window wiper and washer
Operating instructions
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3334-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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NOTICE
When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

4936-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the
paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
Cleaning the exterior lights
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
Antenna installation and removal precautions
Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-
shield wiper)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper
blades may be damaged.