Front Windshield Washers

In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles. The spray and wiper operation will continue until you release the lever. If the washer does not work, you may need to add washer fluid to the washer fluid reservoir.

Recirculating air when washer fluidis used

When washer fluid is used, in order to reduce any objectionable scent of the washer fluid from entering the cabin,recirculation mode and air conditioningare automatically activated dependingon the outside temperature.

When the air intake control button ispressed while fresh mode is selected,air intake control will switch torecirculation mode.
When windshield lever is used whilerecirculation mode is selected, airintake control will switch to freshmode
The function may not work in someconditions such as cold weather orengine off.

For more details, refer to “Climate Control Additional Features” section inthis chapter.

When the outside temperature is below freezing, ALWAYS warm the windshield using the defroster to help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on the windshield and obscuring your vision which could result in an accident and serious injury or death.

To prevent possible damage to the washer pump, do not operate the washer when the fluid reservoir is empty.
To prevent possible damage to the wipers or windshield, do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not attempt to move the wipers manually.
To prevent possible damage to the wipers and washer system, use anti-freezing washer fluids in the winter season or cold weather.