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. Windshield wipers Rain-sensing windshield wipers Switches Camera washer switch Washer Camera washer Operating the wiper lever Operating the lever operates the wipers or washer as follows: ^*1 or ^*2Off Rain-sensing operation ^*1 or ^*2Low speed operation ^*1 or ^*2High speed operation ^*1 or ^*2Temporary operation ^*1For the U.S.A. ^*2For Canada 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. The sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the switch ring. Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity Windshield cleaning washer/wiper dual operation Pulling the lever operates the wipers and windshield cleaning 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.) Camera cleaning washer operation (if equipped) Pushing the lever operates the dedicated camera cleaning washer to clean the following cameras. The camera for Digital Rear-view Mirror (if equipped) (The camera) The camera for rear view monitor system^* (if equipped) The rear camera for panoramic view monitor^* (if equipped) ^*Refer to “ MULTIMEDIA OWNER’S MANUAL”. Note: The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when The power switch is in ON. Using the voice control system (if equipped) 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”. Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation 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 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 the “ AUTO” mode, 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, the automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any mode other than “ AUTO”. Front door opening linked windshield wiper stop function When is selected and the windshield wipers are operating, if a front door is opened while the vehicle is stopped and the P position is selected, operation of the windshield wipers will be stopped to prevent anyone near the vehicle from being sprayed by water from the wipers. When the front door is closed, wiper operation will resume. 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. Warning: Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “ AUTO” mode 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 or anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers. Caution regarding the use of windshield cleaning 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.