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2-3. Operat ing t he light s and w indshield w ipers

Windshield w ipers and w asher

When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, wiper

intervals can be also adjusted.

The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.

Type A

Intermittent

wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

Low speed wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

High speed wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

Temporary operation

Increases the intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

(if equipped)

Decreases the intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

(if equipped)

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers

Washer/wiper dual opera-

tion

The wipers will automatically

operate a couple of times after

the washer squirts.

If the headlights are on, the

headlight cleaner will operate

once.

2

Type B

Intermittent

wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

Low speed wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

High speed wind-

shield wiper opera-

tion

Temporary operation

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers

Increases the intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

(if equipped)

Decreases the intermittent

windshield wiper frequency

(if equipped)

Washer/wiper dual opera-

tion

The wipers will automatically

operate a couple of times after

the washer squirts.

If the headlights are on, the

headlight cleaner will operate

once.

■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when

The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.

■If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the

washer fluid tank.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers

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.

NOTICE

2

■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 your Toyota dealer.

Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge

Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is

off.

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