Windshield wipers and washer Operating the lever can use the windshield wipers or the washer. Notice: When the windshield is dry Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. Operating the wiper lever Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster Operating the lever operates the wipers or washer as follows. When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper interval can be also adjusted. (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Off (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Intermittent windshield wiper operation The intermittent windshield wiper operates more frequently as vehicle speed becomes higher. (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Low speed windshield wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)High speed windshield wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Temporary operation Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Washer/wiper dual operation Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer. The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.(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.) Rain-sensing windshield wipers When is selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed. (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Off Rain-sensing operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Low speed windshield wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)High speed windshield wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Temporary operation When is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the switch ring. Increases the rain-sensing windshield wiper sensitivity Decreases the rain-sensing windshield wiper sensitivity Washer/wiper dual operation Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer. The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.(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. Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation Vehicle speed affects the intermittent wiper interval. Sensor Rain-sensing windshield wipers Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) The raindrop sensor judges the amount of raindrops.An optical sensor is adopted. It may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising or setting of the sun intermittently strikes the windshield, or if bugs, etc. are present on the windshield. If the wiper switch is turned to the position while the power switch is in ON, the wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is activated. When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned toward high while in position, the wipers will operate once to indicate that the sensor sensitivity is enhanced. If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 185°F (85°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any mode other than AUTO mode. 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. Front door opening linked windshield wiper stop function (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) When is selected and the windshield wipers are operating, if a front door is opened, the operation of the windshield wipers will be stopped to prevent anyone near the vehicle from being sprayed by water from the wipers, provided the vehicle is stopped. When the front door is closed, wiper operation will resume. When stopping the hybrid system in an emergency while driving If the windshield wipers are operating when the hybrid system is stopped, the windshield wipers will operate in high speed operation. After the vehicle is stopped, operation will return to normal when the power switch is turned to ON. Warning: Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers. 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 the washer fluid tank is empty Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat. 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. Windshield wipers Position Changing the windshield wiper rest position/Lifting the windshield wipers When the windshield wipers are not being used, they retract to below the hood. To enable the windshield wipers to be lifted when parking in cold conditions or when replacing a windshield wiper insert, change the rest position of the windshield wipers to the service position using the wiper lever. Raising the wipers to the service position Within approximately 45 seconds of turning the power switch off, move the wiper lever to the (U.S.A.) or (Canada) position and hold it for approximately 2 seconds or more. The wipers will move to the service position. Lifting the windshield wipers While holding the hook portion of the wiper arm, lift the windshield wiper from the windshield. Hook portion Note: Lowering the windshield wipers to the retracted position With the windshield wipers placed on the windshield, turn the power switch to ON and then move the wiper lever to an operating position. When the wiper switch is turned off, the windshield wipers will stop at the retracted position. Notice: When lifting the windshield wipers Do not lift the windshield wipers when they are in the retracted position below the hood. Otherwise, they may contact the hood, possibly resulting in damage to a windshield wiper and/or the hood. Do not lift a windshield wiper by the wiper blade. Otherwise, the wiper blade may be deformed. Do not operate the wiper lever when the windshield wipers are lifted. Otherwise, the windshield wipers may contact the hood, possibly resulting in damage to the windshield wipers and/or hood.