2016 TOYOTA AURIS TOURING SPORTS windshield wipers

2454-3. Operating the lights and wipers
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
4
Driving
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
XVehicles without a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
XVehicles with a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in IGNITION 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 the wiper lever
1
2
3

2544-5. Toyota Safety Sense
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
WARNING
● If the area of the windshield in front of the front sensor is covered with
water droplets, use the windshield wipers to remove them.
If the water droplets are not sufficiently removed, the performance of the
front sensor may be reduced.
● If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the front sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the
wiper insert or wiper blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
● Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
● Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another dul y qualified and equipped professional.
● Do not install an antenna in front of the sensor.
● Do not get the front sensor wet.
● Do not allow bright lights to shine into the front sensor.
● Do not dirty or damage the front sensor.
When cleaning the inside of the windshi eld, do not allow glass cleaner to
contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
● Do not subject the front sensor to a strong impact.
● Do not change the installation position or direction of the front sensor or
remove it.
● Do not disassemble the front sensor.
● Do not install an electronic device or device that emits strong electric
waves near the front sensor.
● Do not modify any components of the vehicle around the front sensor
(inside rear view mirror, sun visors, etc.) or ceiling.
● Do not attach any accessories that may obstruct the front sensor to the
hood, front grille or front bumper. C ontact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for details.
● If a surfboard or other long object is to be mounted on the roof, make sure
that it will not obstruct the front sensor.
● Do not modify the headlights or other lights.
● Do not attach anything to or place anything on the dashboard.

4507-1. Maintenance and care
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
WARNING
■ When cleaning the windshield (vehic les with rain-sensing windshield
wipers)
● When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is
located is touched by hand
● When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
● If something bumps against the windshield
● If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into
the raindrop sensor
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe until it
has cooled sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wip-
ers may operate unexpectedly in the fol-
lowing situations, and may result in
hands being caught or other serious inju-
ries and cause damage to the wiper
blades.
Off

4517-1. Maintenance and care
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
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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.
■ 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 wipers)
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.
■ When using a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they
come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

655Alphabetical index
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
SensorAutomatic headlight system ................................ 237
Automatic High Beam system ................................ 251
Inside rear view mirror .......... 177
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 268
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) ............................... 251
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 243
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........ 277
Toyota parking assist-sensor ...................... 305
Shift lever ......................... 223, 228 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 590
Manual transmission ............. 228
Multidrive............................... 223
Shift lock system ..................... 590
Side airbags ............................... 42
Side mirrors.............................. 178 Adjusting and folding............. 178
Side turn signal lights ............. 231 Replacing light bulbs ............. 515
Turn signal lever ................... 231
Wattage................................. 628 Simple-IPA................................ 312
Smart entry & start system ..... 145
Antenna location ................... 145
Entry functions .............. 134, 140
Starting the engine................ 213
Snow tires ................................ 336
Spare tire .................................. 559 Inflation pressure .................. 627
Storage location.................... 560
Spark plug ................................ 622
Specifications .......................... 608
Speech command system
*
Speed limiter ............................ 301
Speedometer .............................. 98
Sport mode............................... 224
Steering lock ............................ 219 Column lock release ..... 211, 220
Steering wheel ......................... 174
Adjustment ............................ 174
Audio switches
*.................... 339
Stop & Start cancel switch ..... 285
Stop & Start system ................ 283
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs............. 515
Wattage ................................ 628
Storage feature ........................ 421
*: For vehicles with navigation/multimedia system, refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.

659Alphabetical index
AURIS Touring Sports_EE (12K53E)
Warning messages .................. 553
Washer .............................. 241, 245Checking ............................... 483
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 334
Switch ........................... 241, 245
Washing and waxing ............... 448
Weight ....................................... 608
Wheels ...................................... 502 Replacing .............................. 502
Size ....................................... 626
Window glasses ....................... 181
Window lock switch................. 181
Windows ................................... 181
Power windows ..................... 181
Rear window defogger ..................... 402, 409
Windshield wipers ................... 241
Intermittent wiper with interval adjuster .................. 241
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ................................. 242
Winter driving tips ................... 334
Wireless remote control key ... 123 Battery-saving function ......... 147
Locking/Unlocking ......... 134, 140
Replacing the battery ............ 507
WMA disc
*............................... 346
*: For vehicles with navigation/multimedia system, refer to “Navigation and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.