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Lighting and visibility
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► Give a short downwards push to the control
stalk.
A wiping cycle conrms that the instruction has
been accepted.
This indicator lamp lights up on the
instrument panel, accompanied by a
message.
Switching o
► Give the control stalk another brief push
downwards or set the control stalk to another
position (Int, 1 or 2).
This indicator lamp goes o on the
instrument panel, accompanied by a
message.
If the ignition has been o for more than
one minute, the automatic wipers must
be reactivated by pushing the control stalk
downwards.
Malfunction
If a fault occurs with the automatic wipers, the
wipers operate in intermittent mode.
Have it checked by a Fiat Dealership or a
qualied workshop.
Do not cover the rain/sunshine sensor.
When using an automatic car wash,
switch o the automatic wipers and the
ignition.
In winter, wait until the windscreen is
completely clear of ice before activating the
automatic wipers.
Rear wiper
O.
Intermittent wipe.
Wash-wipe (set duration).
Reverse gear
When reverse gear is engaged, if the windscreen
wipers are operating, the rear wiper will come
into operation automatically (activated by
default).
Activation/Deactivation
With audio system or touch screen
The system's settings are adjusted
via the vehicle conguration menu.
This function is activated by default.
In the event of accumulation of snow or
hard frost or if a bicycle carrier is tted to
the tailgate, deactivate the automatic rear
wiper via the vehicle conguration menu.
Rear screenwash
► Turn the ring as far as it will go and hold it in
position.
The screenwash and the wiper operate for as
long as the ring remains turned.
A nal wiping cycle is performed when screen
washing 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.
To maintain the eectiveness of the at
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 rst signs of wear.
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