2016 TOYOTA GT86 windshield wipers

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■Battery-saving function (if equipped)
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will
go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery
from being discharged:
●The headlights and/or tail lights are on.
●The key is removed from the engine switch (vehicles without a smart
entry & start system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned off
(vehicles with a smart entry & start system).
●The light switch is in or .
This function will be canceled in any of the following situations:
●When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a
smart entry & start system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart entry & start sys-
tem)
●When the light switch is operated
●When the door is opened or closed
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■Turning on the low beam headlights when the vehicle is parked in dark
areas
■Customization that can be configured at any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 449)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.
Turn off the engine with the light switch
in or off, and pull the light switch
toward you and release it. The low
beam headlights will turn on for about
30 seconds to light up the area around
the vehicle.
The lights are turned off in the following
situations.
●Vehicles without a smart entry &
start system: The engine switch is
turned to the “ON” position.
●Vehicles with a smart entry & start
system: The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode.
●The light switch is turned on.
●The light switch is pulled toward you
and then released.
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Fog light switch∗
∗: If equipped
The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi-
tions, such as in rain and fog.
Rear fog light switch
Turns the rear fog lights on.
Releasing the switch ring
returns it to .
Operating the switch ring again
turns the rear fog lights off.
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■Fog lights can be used when
Rear fog light switch
The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
Front and rear fog light switch
Front fog lights: The headlights or front position lights are turned on.
Rear fog lights: The front fog lights are turned on.
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 lights
off.
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Windshield wipers and washer
When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper
interval can be adjusted.
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
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■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid tank.
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.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
Vehicles with discharge head-
lights: When the headlights are
on and the lever is pulled and
held, the headlight cleaners
will operate once.
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NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■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.
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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 you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in 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.
■Protective film for side sill plates (if equipped)
Make sure to remove the protective film. Failure to do so may cause rust,
depending on conditions.
■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 on 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.
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