2018 TOYOTA AURIS windshield wipers

2414-3. Operating the lights and wipers
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
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
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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2504-5. Toyota Safety Sense
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
WARNING
■To avoid malfunction of the front sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the front sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to an
accident resulting in death or serious injury.
● Keep the windshield clean at all times. If the windshield is dirty or covered
with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc., clear the windshield. If the
inner side of the windshield in front of the front sensor is dirty, contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
B: Approximately 20 cm (7.9 in.) (Approximately 10 cm (4.0 in.) to the
right and left from the center of the front sensor)
● If there is a large difference in temperature between the inside and outside
of the vehicle, such as in winter, the windshield is likely to fog up easily. If
the part of the windshield in front of the front sensor is fogged up or cov-
ered with condensation or ice, the PCS warning light may illuminate and
the system may be temporarily disabled. In this case, use the windshield
defogger to remove the fog, etc. ( P. 384)
● 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.
● Do not attach objects, such as stickers,
transparent stickers, etc., and so forth,
to the outer side of the windshield in
front of the front sensor (shaded area in
the illustration).
A: From the top of the windshield to
approximately 10 cm (4.0 in.) below the
bottom of the front sensor
● Do not install or attach anything to the
inner side of the windshield under the
front sensor (shaded area in the illustra-
tion).
A: Approximately 10 cm (4.0 in.) (Start-
ing from the bottom of the front sensor)
B: Approximately 20 cm (7.9 in.)
(Approximately 10 cm (4.0 in.) to the
right and left from the center of the front
sensor)

2514-5. Toyota Safety Sense
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
4
Driving
WARNING
●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 duly 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 windshield, 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. Contact 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.
■ Installation area of front sensor on windshield
When the windshield is fogging up easily, the glass around the front sensor
may be hot due to the heater running. If the glass is touched, it may result in
burns.

4157-1. Maintenance and care
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
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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 fo r 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.
■ 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

588Alphabetical index
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
Seat belt reminder light ........... 493
Seat belts .................................... 34
Adjusting the seat belt............. 35
Child restra int system
installation............................. 61
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 417
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) .................................... 35
How to wear your seat belt ..... 32
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 35
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................... 36
Reminder light and buzzer .... 493
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 35
SRS warning light ................. 492
Seat heaters ............................. 389
Seats ................................. 173, 175
Adjustment ............................ 173
Adjustment precautions ........ 174
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................ 60
Cleaning ................................ 416
Head restraints...................... 177
Properly sitting in the seat....... 32
Seat heaters.......................... 389
Sensor
Automatic headlight
system .......... ...................... 233
Automatic High Beam
system .......... ...................... 248
Inside rear view mirror .......... 182
Intrusion sensor ...................... 92
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 265
PCS
(Pre-Crash Safety
system) .............. ................. 248
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 238
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 274
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 284
Service plug ............................... 75
Shift lever ................................. 219
Side airbags ............................... 38
Side mirrors ............................. 183
Adjusting and folding ............ 183
Side turn signal lights ............. 227
Replacing light bulbs............. 467
Turn signal lever ................... 227
Wattage ................................ 563
Simple-IPA................................ 291
Smart entry & start system ..... 134
Antenna location ................... 134
Entry functions .............. 124, 129
Starting the hybrid system .... 211
Snow tires ................................ 316
Spare tire .................................. 507
Inflation pressure .................. 562
Storage location .................... 508
Spark plug ................................ 558
Specifications .......................... 552
Speech command system*
Speedometer ............................ 103
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591Alphabetical index
UK AURIS_HV_HB_EE (OM12M49E)
Warning buzzers
Brake system ....... ................. 491
Electric power steering
system .......... ...................... 492
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ........ 265
Open back door .................... 130
Open door ............................. 127
Pre-crash warning ................. 252
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........ 274
Seat belt reminder................. 493
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 284
Warning lights ............................ 99
ABS ....................................... 492
Brake system ....... ................. 491
Electric power steering
system .......... ...................... 492
High engine coolant
temperature warning light ... 491
Low fuel level ........................ 493
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 492
Master warning light .............. 494
PCS warning light ................. 493
Seat belt reminder light ......... 493
Slip indicator ......................... 492
SRS warning light ................. 492
Tire pressure warning light.... 494
Warning messages .................. 498
Washer.............................. 237, 241
Checking ............................... 432
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 314
Switch ........................... 237, 241
Washing and waxing ............... 412
Weight....................................... 552
Wheels ...................................... 455
Replacing .............................. 455
Size ....................................... 560
Window glasses....................... 186
Window lock switch ................ 186
Windows ................................... 186
Power windows ..................... 186
Rear window defogger .......... 384
Windshield wipers ................... 237
Intermittent wiper with
interval adjuster .................. 237
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 238
Winter driving tips ................... 314
Wireless remote control key... 120
Battery-saving
function ....................... 136, 156
Locking/Unlocking................. 124
Replacing the battery ............ 459
WMA disc*............................... 326
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*: For vehicles with navigation/multimedia system, refer to “Navigation
and multimedia system Owner’s manual”.