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 Operating the lever operates the wipers or washer as follows: Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Off (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Intermittent windshield wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Low speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)High speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Temporary operation Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected. Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper 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.) Rain-sensing windshield wipers When “AUTO” 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 wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Low speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)High speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada)Temporary operation When AUTO mode is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the switch ring. Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity 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 wipers and washer can be operated when The power switch is in ON. Operating the windshield wipers and washer using the voice control system^{* *}If equipped The following operation can be performed using the voice control system. Operating the windshield wipers only once Operating the windshield washer (it can be performed only when the vehicle is stopped) For details regarding the voice control system, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”. Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) With low speed windshield wiper operation selected, wiper operation will be switched from low speed to intermittent wiper operation when the vehicle is stationary. (However, when the sensor sensitivity is adjusted to the highest level, the mode will not switch.) 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 washer fluid tank. 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 with the parking brake applied or the shift position in P. When the front door is closed, wiper operation will resume. 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. To prevent 12-volt battery discharge Do not leave the wipers on longer than necessary when the hybrid system is off. 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. Operating the windshield wipers and washer using the voice control system^{* *}If equipped For the U.S.A. The windshield wipers can be moved to the service position using the voice control system. (Operation is possible only when the vehicle is stopped with the wiper switch in .) For Canada The windshield wipers can be moved to the service position using the voice control system. (Operation is possible only when the vehicle is stopped with the wiper switch in .) For details regarding the voice control system, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”. 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.