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Automatic wiping
Refer to the corresponding section.
NOTIC E
After switching off the ignition, a slight movement of the windscreen wipers to store them under the bonnet may occur.
NOTIC E
If the ignition has been switched off with the windscreen wiper active, it is necessary to operate the control stalk to reactivate the wiping when the ignition is switched on (unless the ignition is off for less than 1 minute).
Windscreen and headlamp
wash
► Pull the wiper control stalk towards you and hold.The screenwash then the windscreen wipers operate for a pre-determined time.The headlamp washers only operate when the dipped beam headlamps are on and the vehicle is moving.With daytime running lamps on, to activate the headlamp wash, position the lighting control stalk in the dipped beam headlamps position.
NOTIC E
With automatic air conditioning, any action on the screenwash control results in temporary closure of the air intake to avoid odours inside the passenger compartment.
WARNI NG
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, do not operate the windscreen washer if the windscreen washer reservoir is empty.Only operate the windscreen washer if there is no risk of the fluid freezing on the windscreen and hindering visibility. Always use windscreen washer fluid suitable for low temperatures during the winter period.Never top up with water.
Screenwash/headlamp wash level low
When the low level of the reservoir is reached, this warning lamp lights up on the instrument panel, accompanied by an audible signal and a message.It comes on when the ignition is switched on, or every time the stalk is operated, until the reservoir is refilled.Refill the screenwash/headlamp reservoir (or have it refilled) the next time you stop.
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WARNI NG
In the event of accumulation of snow or hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is fitted to the tailgate, deactivate the automatic rear wiper via the vehicle configuration menu.
Rear screenwash
► Turn the ring all the way towards the dashboard and hold.The screenwash and the wiper operate for as long as the ring remains turned.A final wiping cycle is performed when screenwashing ends.
Special position of the
windscreen wipers
This maintenance position is used while cleaning or replacing the wiper blades. It can also be useful, in wintry weather (ice, snow), to release the wiper blades from the windscreen.
NOTIC E
To maintain the effectiveness of the flat wiper blades, it is advisable to:– handle them with care.
– clean them regularly using soapy water.– avoid using them to hold cardboard on the windscreen.– replace them at the first signs of wear.
Before removing a windscreen wiper blade
► Operating the wiper control stalk within one minute after switching off the ignition will place the wiper blades in a vertical position.► Proceed with the desired operation or the replacement of the wiper blades.
After refitting a windscreen wiper blade
► To return the wiper blades to their initial position, switch on the ignition and operate the wiper control stalk.
Changing a wiper blade
Removing/refitting at the front
► Carry out these wiper blade replacement operations from the driver's side.► Starting with the wiper blade farthest from you, hold each arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.
WARNI NG
Take care not to hold the arms at the jet locations.Do not touch the wiper blades. Risk of irreparable deformation.Do not release them while moving them. Risk of damaging the windscreen!
► Clean the windscreen using screenwash fluid.
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NOTIC E
Do not apply "Rain X" type water-repellent products.
► Unclip the worn wiper blade closest to you and remove it.► Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.
► Repeat the procedure for the other wiper blade.► Starting with the wiper blade closest to you, once again hold each arm by the rigid section, then guide it carefully onto the windscreen.
Removing/refitting at the rear
► Hold the arm by the rigid section and raise it as far as possible.► Clean the rear screen using screenwash fluid.► Unclip the worn wiper blade and remove it.► Install the new wiper blade and clip it to the arm.► Once again hold the arm by the rigid section, then guide it carefully onto the rear screen.
