windshield wipers Lexus IS200t 2017 s User Guide

2304-3. Operating the lights and wipers
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
■Operation of the intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjusterMove the lever up by 2 lev-
els
Move the lever up by 1 level
Move the lever down by 1
level
Move the lever down by 2
levels
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2
3
4
OffTemporary operationTemporaryoperationIntermittent operationHigh speedoperation
Intermittent operationOffOffLow speedoperationHigh speed operation
Low speed
operationOffIntermittent operationHigh speedoperationHigh speed operation
High speed operationOffLow speedoperationNo changeNo change
Status
before
operation
Operation

2314-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected.Increases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent wind-
shield wiper frequency
The intermittent windshield wiper
operates more frequently as vehicle
speed becomes higher.
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wipers will automatically operate
a couple of times after the washer
squirts.
When the engine switch is in IGNI-
TION ON mode and the headlights
are on, if the lever is pulled, the head-
light cleaners will operate once.
After this, the headlight cleaners will
operate every 5th time the lever is
pulled.
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2324-3. Operating the lights and wipers
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Dripping prevention wiper sweep
After performing a washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one
more time after a short delay to prevent dripping.
However, this final wiper operation will not be perfor med while driving.
■Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wip-
ers)
Vehicle speed affects the following even when the wipers are not in AUTO mode.
●Intermittent wiper interval
●Wiper operation when the washer is being used (delay until dr ip prevention wiper
sweep occurs)
With low speed windshield wi per operation selected, wiper operation will be switched
from low speed to intermittent wiper operat ion only when the vehicle is stationary.
■Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●If the wiper is turned to AUTO mode while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON
mode, the wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is activated.
●If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 85°C (185°F) or higher, or -30°C (-22°F)
or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any
mode other than AUTO mode.
■When the windshield wipers are in temporary operation (vehicles with rain-sensing
windshield wipers)
AUTO mode cannot be activated even if is pressed.
■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.
●The raindrop sensor judges the amount of
raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not oper-
ate properly when sunlight from the rising or
setting of the sun intermittently strikes the
windshield, or if bugs etc. are present on the
windshield.

2334-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the wind-
shield 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 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 windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled toward you and
held continually.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

2414-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
WARNING
■To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
●Keep the windshield clean at all times.
• If the windshield is dirty or covered with an oily film, water droplets, snow, etc.,
clear the windshield.
• If a glass coating agent is applied to the windshield, it will still be necessary to use
the windshield wipers to remove water dr oplets, etc. from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the camera sensor.
• If the inner side of the windshield where th e camera sensor is installed is dirty, con-
tact any authorized Lexus retailer or Le xus authorized repairer, or any reliable
repairer.
●If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or covered with
condensation or ice, use the windshield de fogger to remove the fog, condensation or
ice. ( P. 458)
●If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the windshield in front
of the camera sensor by the windshield wi pers, replace the wiper insert or wiper
blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact any authorized
Lexus retailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
●Do not install an antenna or attach stickers
(including transparent stickers) or other items
to the area of the windshield in front of the
camera sensor (shaded area in the illustra-
tion).

4887-1. Maintenance and care
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may cause the
electrical components etc. to catch fire.
■When cleaning the windshield (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the raindrop
sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipes
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipes until they have cooled suf-
ficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipes can cause burns.
■Precaution regarding the rear bumper with Blind Spot Monitor (if equipped)
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the system may malfunction. If
this occurs, consult any authorized Lexus re tailer or Lexus authorized repairer, or any
reliable repairer.
Set the wipers to the intermittent windshield
wipers. ( P. 229)
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may
operate unexpectedly in the following situa-
tions, and may result in hands being caught or
other serious injuries and cause damage to the
wiper blades.

4897-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.)
●Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated wi th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
●If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
●To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels.
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic subs tances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
●Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■When using an automatic car wash (vehicle s with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wipers to the intermittent windshield wipers. ( P. 229)
If AUTO mode is selected, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be dam-
aged.
■When using a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con-
nectors or the following parts. The parts ma y be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts •Suspension parts
• Brake parts

669Alphabetical index
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
SensorAutomatic headlight system...........219
Inside rear view mirror...................... 172
Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor ...... 84
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ...................260
Lexus parking assist-sensor ......... 299
Radar sensor ............................ 240, 329
Rain-sensing windshield wipers................................................... 232
Service reminder indicators............... 88
S-FLOW mode ..................................... 453
Shift lever..................................................209 Automatic transmission ..................209
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................................... 214
Shift lock system ..................................... 214
Shift position and gear position.......... 93
Side airbags..................................................41 Side mirrors .............................................. 173
Adjusting and folding ........................ 173
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............324
Linked mirror function when
reversing .............................................. 175
Mirror position memory ....................161
Side turn signal lights ............................216 Replacing light bulbs ....................... 540
Turn signal lever................................... 216
Side windows ........................................... 177
Slip indicator........................................... 556
Smart entry & start system .................. 141
Antenna location ................................... 141
Entry functions ........................... 128, 135
Starting the engine............................ 204
SMS (Short message service)...........413
Snow mode ...............................................210
Snow tires ................................................ 349
Spare tire .................................................. 601 Inflation pressure ............................... 638
Storage location................................. 602
Spark plug ............................................... 635
Specifications ......................................... 630
Speech command system ................ 440

675Alphabetical index
IS200t_EE(OM53D77E)
Warning messages ..............................560
Warning reflector storage belt ....... 474
Washer...................................................... 226Checking .............................................. 508
Preparing and checking before winter .................................... 346
Switch ...................................................... 226
Washing and waxing ...........................486
Weight.......................................................630
Wheels ...................................................... 523
Replacing ............................................... 523
Size........................................................... 638
Window lock switch .............................. 177
Windows .................................................... 177 Power windows.................................... 177
Rear window defogger.................. 458
Windshield wiper de-icer..................459
Windshield wipers................................ 226 Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster..................... 226
Rain-sensing windshield wipers................................................... 228
Winter driving tips ................................ 346
Wireless remote control......................122 Battery-Saving Function .................. 142
Locking/Unlocking ................. 128, 135
Replacing the battery....................... 527
WMA disc .............................................. 380