wipers TOYOTA C-HR 2017 Owner's Manual

2824-3. Operating the lights and wipers
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
WARNING
■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.
■ Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in “AUTO” mode (vehi-
cles 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.
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 Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Driving
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
Rear window wiper and washer
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows:
Intermittent window
wiper operation
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual operation
The wiper will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
: If equipped
Operating instructions
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2844-3. Operating the lights and wipers
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart entry & start system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■ When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

2934-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
WARNING
●Do not attach accessories, stickers (including transparent stickers) or
other items to the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding area.
● Do not subject the radar sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper has been subjected to a
strong impact, have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● Do not disassemble the radar sensor.
● Do not modify or paint the radar sensor, front grille emblem or surrounding
area.
● If the radar sensor, front grille, or front bumper needs to be removed and
installed, or replaced, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota
authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
■ To avoid malfunction of the camera sensor
Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, the camera sensor may not operate properly, possibly leading to
an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
● Keep the windshield clean at all times.
• If the windshield is dirty or cover ed with an oily film, water droplets,
snow, etc., clear the windshield.
• If a glass coating agent is applied to t he windshield, it will still be neces-
sary to use the windshield wipers to remove water droplets, etc., from
the area of the windshield in front of the camera sensor.
• If the inner side of the windshield where the camera sensor is installed
is dirty, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized
repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● Do not install an antenna or attach stick-
ers (including transparent stickers) or
other items to the area of the windshield
in front of the camera sensor (shaded
area in the illustration).

2944-5. Using the driving support systems
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
WARNING
●If the part of the windshield in front of the camera sensor is fogged up or
covered with condensation or ice, use the windshield defogger to remove
the fog, condensation or ice. ( P. 562, 569)
● If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the camera sensor by the windshield wipers, replace the
wiper insert or wiper blade.
If the wiper inserts or wiper blades need to be replaced, contact any autho-
rized Toyota retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● Do not attach window tinting to the windshield.
● Replace the windshield if it is damaged or cracked.
If the windshield needs to be replaced, contact any authorized Toyota
retailer or Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.
● Do not get the camera sensor wet.
● Do not allow bright lights to shine into the camera sensor.

6037-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (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 with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder 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 substances 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.
■ To prevent damage to the windshield wiper arms
When lifting the wiper arms away from the windshield, pull the driver side
wiper arm upward first, and repeat for the passenger side. When returning
the wipers to their original position, do so from the passenger side first.
■ When using an automatic car wash (vehicles with rain-sensing wind-
shield wiper)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper
blades may be damaged.

806Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
Sensor
Automatic headlight
system ................................ 268
Automatic High Beam ........... 271
Camera sensor ..................... 292
Inside rear view mirror .......... 197
Intrusion sensor .................... 101
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) ................................... 315
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ........ 298
Radar sensor ........................ 292
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 281
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ........ 330
Toyota parking
assist-sensor ...................... 408
Shift lever ......................... 244, 250
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 248
Manual transmission ............. 250
Multidrive............................... 244
Shift lock system ..................... 247
Side airbags ............................... 43
Side mirrors.............................. 198
Adjustment ............................ 198
Blind Spot Monitor................. 392
Folding .................................. 199
Heaters ......................... 562, 569
Side turn signal lights ............. 255
Replacing light bulbs............. 672
Turn signal lever ................... 255
Wattage ................................ 773
S-IPA ......................................... 420
Smart entry & start system ..... 171
Antenna location ................... 171
Entry functions .............. 155, 165
Starting the engine................ 236
Snow tires ................................ 470
Spare tire .................................. 730
Inflation pressure .................. 772
Storage location .................... 731
Spark plug ................................ 768
Specifications .......................... 762
Speech command system*
Speed limiter ............................ 387
Speedometer ............................ 119
Sport mode............................... 385
Steering lock ............................ 240
Column lock release ..... 234, 240
Steering wheel ......................... 194
Adjustment ............................ 194
Audio switches ...................... 480
Meter control
switches...................... 122, 129
Telephone switches .............. 530
TRIP switch........................... 122

810Alphabetical index
C-HR_OM_Europe_OM10528E
Warning messages .................. 704
Washer .............................. 278, 283
Checking ............................... 630
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 470
Switch ........................... 278, 283
Washing and waxing ............... 600
Weight ....................................... 762
What to do if...
(Troubleshooting).................. 792
Wheels ...................................... 646
Replacing .............................. 646
Size ....................................... 772
Window glasses ....................... 201
Window lock switch................. 201
Windows ................................... 201
Power windows ..................... 201
Rear window
defogger ..................... 562, 569
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 570
Windshield wipers ................... 278
Intermittent wiper with
interval adjuster .................. 278
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers ................................. 279
Winter driving tips ................... 470
Wireless remote control key ... 145
Battery-saving function ......... 173
Locking/Unlocking ......... 145 , 156
Replacing the battery ............ 652
WMA disc.................................. 490