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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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When driving
n The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in “IG-ON” mode.
n Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more
time after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, the last sweep will not happen if the vehicle is traveling above 106 mph
(170 km/h).
n Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation
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ehicle speed affects the following even when the wipers are not in “AUTO” mode.
l Intermittent wiper interval (“INT” mode)
l Wiper operation when the washer is being used (delay until drip prevention
wiper sweep occurs)
With “LO” selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermit-
tent wiper operation only when the vehicle is stationary.
n Rain drop sensor (vehicles equipped with the rain-sensing windshield wipers)
The sensor judges the amount of raindrops.