Windshield wipers and washer

Operating the lever can switch between automatic operation and manual operation, or can use the washer.

Notice:

When the windshield is dry

Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.

Operating the wiper lever

Operate the lever operates the wipers or washer as follows:

^*1 or ^*2Off

^*1 or ^*2Intermittent operation

^*1 or ^*2Low speed operation

^*1 or ^*2High speed operation

^*1 or ^*2Temporary operation

^*1

U.S.A.

^*2

Canada

Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.

Increases the frequency

Decreases the frequency

Washer/wiper dual operation

Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer.(After operating several times, the wipers operate once more time after a short delay to prevent dripping. However, the dripping prevention does not operate while the vehicle is moving.)

Note:

The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when

The power switch is in ON.

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

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

Using the voice control system

The following operations can be performed using the voice control system:

Operating the windshield wipers only once

Operating the windshield cleaning washer (it can be performed only when the vehicle is stopped) For details regarding the voice control system, refer to “ MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”.

Warning:

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:

When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle

Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and held continually.

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.