2024 MAZDA CX90 windshield wipers

Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
When the switch or lever is operated,
the windshield wiper/washer
operates.
With Auto-Wiper Control
With Intermittent Wiper
Warning and Cautions forUsing the Windshield
Wiper/Washer Switch
WARNING
In cold regions, use washer fluid
containing anti-freeze. In addition,
warm the windshield glass before
spraying washer fluid during cold
temperatures.
If washer fluid not containing
anti-freeze is used during cold
temperatures, it will freeze on the
windshield causing reduced visibility
which may lead to an accident. Before
spraying washer fluid, use the defroster
to make sure that the windshield is
sufficiently warmed up.
CAUTION
 When the windshield wipers are not
used during freezing temperatures or
for a long time, the wiper rubber
may freeze to the glass. If the wipers
are operated while frozen to the
glass, it could damage the wiper
rubber and motor.
 If the windshield wipers are operated
while the windshield glass is dry, the
glass could be scratched and the
wiper rubber damaged. When the
window glass is dry, spray washer
fluid before operating the wipers.
 If the amount of washer fluid spray is
insufficient, do not use the
windshield washer switch. If the
washer switch continues to be
operated with no washer fluid being
sprayed, it could lead to pump
damage.
Driving
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Do not cover the rain sensor by
applying stickers or labels to the
windshield. Otherwise, the sensor
cannot detect the amount of rainfall.
When the vehicle power is switched
ON and the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position, the windshield
wipers may operate automatically in
the following cases:
 The area of the windshield above
the rain sensor is touched or wiped
with a cloth.
 The windshield or the rain sensor
area in the cabin is hit.
When the vehicle power is switched
ON and the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position, do not touch the
windshield or the windshield wipers
Otherwise, the windshield wipers
will operate automatically which
could catch your fingers or damage
the windshield wipers. When
removing ice or snow, or cleaning
the windshield, always make sure the
wiper lever is in the OFF position.
How to Use the
Windshield Wiper/ Washer Switch
Using the Auto Wipers*
1. Indicator light
The indicator light of the lever turns
on.
The windshield wipers operate
automatically according to the rainfall
amount.
CAUTION
Even if it is not raining , the windshield
wipers may operate automatically in
the following cases.
The area of the windshield above the
rain sensor is touched or wiped with
a cloth.
 The windshield or the rain sensor
area in the cabin is hit.
NOTE
If a water repellent coating other
than a genuine product is used, the
rain sensor may not detect the
rainfall amount correctly and the
auto wipers may not operate
normally. Do not use a water
repellent coating other than a
genuine product.
Driving
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If dirt or ice is adheres to the top of
the rain sensor on the windshield
and the windshield wipers cannot
remove the dirt or ice even after the
wipers operate several times, the
auto wipers will stop operating. If
the auto wipers stopped, remove the
dirt and ice from the windshield.
The auto wipers could operate from
the effect of strong light sources,
electromagnetic waves, or infrared
light because the rain sensor uses an
optical sensor. It is recommended
that the auto-wiper lever be
switched to the OFF position other
than when driving the vehicle under
rainy conditions.
Changing sensitivity of auto wipers
The rain sensitivity level can be
adjusted by rotating the switch.
1. Higher sensitivity
2. Normal
3. Less sensitivity
Using the Intermittent Wiper
*
The wipers operate intermittently.
Changing the intermittent operation
time
The intermittent operation time can be
adjusted by turning the switch.
1. Fast
2. Normal
3. Slow
Using the Windshield Wipers
Using continuously
Set the lever to the LO or HI position.
In the LO position, the windshield
wipers operate at low speed. In the HI
position, the wipers operate at high
speed.
Driving
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
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Using temporarily
Set the lever to the MIST position.
The windshield wipers operate while
the lever is in the MIST position.
Set the lever to the MIST position and
immediately release it to operate the
windshield wipers only once.
Stopping the Windshield Wipers
The windshield wipers stop.
Using the Windshield Washer
While the windshield wipers move out
of their stowed positions to the point
where they start reversing back, the
washer fluid is sprayed and the wipers
operate several times.
NOTE
If you pull the wiper lever while the
windshield wipers are reversing back to
their stowed positions, the next time
the washer fluid is sprayed is during the
next cycle.
Driving
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How to Use the MirrorDefogger
The mirror defoggers operate in
conjunction with the rear window
defogger.
For the operation method, refer to
How to Use the Rear Window
Defogger on page 5-79.
Windshield Wiper
De-icer
*
A part of the windshield is heated
using heat filaments to melt the ice on
the glass and wipers.
Driving
Rear Window Defogger Switch
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Strong light is directed at the front of
your vehicle (such as backlight and
high-beam headlights).
The surrounding area is dark (such as
during the night, early evening, or
early morning, or in a tunnel or
indoor parking lot).
There are light sources in the
surrounding area (such as street
lamps, illuminated signboards, andtraffic signals).
There are objects which reflect light
(such as reflective plates and signs)
in the surrounding area.
The surrounding brightness suddenly
changes (such as when entering or
exiting a tunnel).
The brightness of the headlights of
your vehicle is insufficient (such as
the illumination is weakened due to
a dirty lens or the optical axis is
deviated).
Tires other than the specified size are
used on your vehicle (such as when
tire chains or temporary spare tires
are used).
The tires on your vehicle havesignificantly different wear.
Foreign matter is stuck to the
windshield (such as ice, fog, snow,
frost, raindrops, dirt, or a piece of
plastic).
The windshield is dirty or fogged.The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) is
blocked by an obstruction, causing
poor forward visibility (such as when
roof rails are installed to the vehicle
and a long object is loaded).
The windshield washer is being used.The windshield wipers are not used
when it is raining.
Your vehicle is tilted (such as when
heavy luggage is in the luggage
compartment or on the rear seat).
The vehicle is making a sharp curve,
or ascending or descending a steep
slope.
The vehicle is driven on a road with
sharp curves or up and down (wavy)
slopes.
The vehicle is driven on uneven
roads.
The vehicle is driven next to walls
with no patterning (including fences
and longitudinally striped walls).
There is a strong reflection of light
from the road surface.
Driving
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
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Windshield Wipers Operate at High
Speed.................................... 8-34Have the Vehicle Inspected ..........
.......................................... 8-34
Washer Fluid Does Not Spray ...........
............................................ 8-35 Inspecting Washer Fluid
Level................................... 8-35
Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate................................. 8-36 Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................. 8-36
Warning/Indicator Light Turns
On........................................ 8-37 Warning Lights..................... 8-37
Brake System Warning
Light................................... 8-37
Lead-Acid Battery Charging
System Warning Light........... 8-38
Hybrid System Warning
Light................................... 8-39
Remaining High Voltage Battery
Power Warning Light............ 8-39
Charging System Warning
Light................................... 8-40
Output Restriction Warning
Light................................... 8-40
Engine Oil Warning Light...... 8-41
High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Light...................... 8-41
Electric Power Steering Warning
Light................................... 8-42
Shift System Warning Light ...........
.......................................... 8-42
ABS Warning Light................8-43
Master Warning Light........... 8-43Brake Control System Warning
Light................................... 8-44
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
Indicator Light..................... 8-44
Check Engine Warning
Light................................... 8-45
Automatic Transmission Warning
Light................................... 8-45
AWD Warning Light............. 8-46
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) Warning Light
(Flashing)............................ 8-46
TCS/DSC Indicator Light (Turns
on)..................................... 8-47
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Light........... 8-47
KEY Warning Light (Red)....... 8-48
Security Indicator Light......... 8-48
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Warning Light (Amber)
*........ 8-49
i-ACTIVSENSE Warning
Light................................... 8-49
Exterior Lights Warning
Light................................... 8-50
Low Fuel Warning Light.........8-50
Check Fuel Cap Warning
Light................................... 8-51
Engine Oil Level Warning
Light................................... 8-51
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front
Seat)................................... 8-52
Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear
Seat) (Red).......................... 8-52
Rear Seat Alert Warning Light
*......
.......................................... 8-53
Low Washer Fluid Amount
Warning Light
*..................... 8-53
Door-ajar Warning Light/Liftgate-
open Warning Light/Hood-open
Warning Light...................... 8-54
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Have the VehicleInspected
The windshield wipers may operate at
high speed if there is a problem with
the wiper control.
If the wipers operate at high speed
regardless of the wiper switch
operation, have your vehicle inspected
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Windshield Wipers Operate at High Speed
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