wipers HYUNDAI IX35 2012 User Guide

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Windscreen washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently
toward you to spray washer fluid on the
windscreen and to run the wipers 1-3
cycles. Use this function when the windscreen is
dirty.
The spray and wiper operation will con-
tinue until you release the lever.
If the washer does not work, check the
washer fluid level. If the fluid level is not
sufficient, you will need to add appropri-
ate non-abrasive windscreen washer
fluid to the washer reservoir.
The reservoir filler neck is located in the
front of the engine compartment on the
driver side.
CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to the
washer pump, do not operate the
washer when the fluid reservoir isempty.
WARNING
Do not use the washer in freezing temperatures without first warmingthe windscreen with the defrosters;the washer solution could freeze onthe windscreen and obscure yourvision.
CAUTION
When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the OFF position to
stop the auto wiper operation.
The wiper may operate and be dam-aged if the switch is set in the AUTOmode whilst washing the vehicle.
Do not remove the sensor coverlocated on the upper end of thedriver side windscreen glass. Damage to system parts couldoccur and may not be covered by
your vehicle warranty.
When starting the vehicle in winter,set the wiper switch in the OFFposition. Otherwise, wipers may
operate and ice may damage thewindscreen wiper blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrostthe windscreen properly prior to
operating the windscreen wipers.
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Features of your vehicle
Rear window wiper and washer
switch
The rear window wiper and washer
switch is located at the end of the wiper
and washer switch lever. Turn the switch
to the desired position to operate the rear
wiper and washer.- Normal wiper operation
--- - Intermittent wiper operation (if equipped)
O - Wiper is not in operation Push the lever away from you to spray
rear washer fluid and to run the rear
wipers 1~3 cycles. The spray and wiper
operation will continue until you release
the lever. (if equipped)
CAUTION
 To prevent possible damage to
the wipers or windscreen, do notoperate the wipers when the
windscreen is dry.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use petrol,
kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them.
 To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do
not attempt to move the wipersmanually.
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