WIPER/WASHER LEVER
Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotate the end of the lever upward to the
second detent past the intermittent set-
tings for low-speed wiper operation. Ro-
tate the end of the lever upward to the
third detent past the intermittent settings
for high-speed wiper operation.
CAUTION!
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to
the park position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the
wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the
vehicle is restarted.
Intermittent Wiper System
Use the intermittent wiper when weather conditions make a single wiping cycle, with
a variable pause between cycles, desirable. Rotate the end of the lever to the first
detent position for one of five intermittent settings. The delay cycle can be set
anywhere between 1 to 18 seconds.
NOTE:
The wiper delay times depend on vehicle speed. If the vehicle is moving less than
10 mph (16 km/h), delay times will be doubled.
Windshield Washers
To use the washer, pull the lever toward you and hold while spray is desired. If the
lever is pulled while in the delay range, the wiper will start and continue to operate
for two or three wipe cycles after the lever is released, and then resume the
intermittent interval previously selected.
If the lever is pulled while in the off position, the wipers will operate for two or three
wipe cycles and then turn off.
Wiper/Washer Lever
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WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You
might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the
windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with defroster before
and during windshield washer use.
Mist Feature
Push down on the wiper lever to activate a single wipe to clear off road mist or spray
from a passing vehicle. As long as the lever is held down, the wipers will continue to
operate.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will
be sprayed on the windshield. The wash function must be used in order to spray the
windshield with washer fluid.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer — If Equipped
A rotary switch on the center portion of the control lever (located on the right side of
the steering column) controls the operation of the rear wiper/washer function.
Rotate the switch upward to the first detent position for rear wiper operation.
Rotate the switch upward past the first detent to activate the rear washer. The washer
pump and the wiper will continue to operate as long as the switch is held. Upon
release, the wiper will cycle two to three times before returning to the set position.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is turned to the LOCK position, the
wiper will automatically return to the “Park” position. When the vehicle is restarted,
the wiper will resume function at whichever position the switch is set at.
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