windshield wipers TOYOTA GT86 2018 (in English) User Guide

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
Windshield wipers and washer
When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper
interval can be adjusted.
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

230 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
■The windshield wipers and w asher can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washe r fluid in the
windshield washer fluid tank.
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 visi bility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.

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2-3. Operating the light
s and windshield wipers
2
When driving
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ 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 your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle w ill be damaged.

311
4-1. Maintenance and care
4
Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■
Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a h ard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ To prevent damage to th e 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 a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin man ufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they
come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

322 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Door/trunk • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
Windshield wipers
•The wiper blades should not show
any signs of cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
•The wiper blades should clear the
windshield without streaking or
skipping.
WARNING
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

370 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuse layout and amperage ratings■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1MIR HTR 7.5 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
2RDI 25 A Electric cooling fan
3(PUSH-AT) 7.5 A Engine control unit
4ABS NO. 1 40 A ABS
5HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system
6WASHER10 A Windshield washer
7WIPER30 A Windshield wipers
8RR DEF30 A Rear window defogger
9(RR FOG) 10 A
10D FR DOOR 25 A Power window (driver’s side)
11(CDS)25 A Electric cooling fan
12D-OP 25 A
13ABS NO. 2 25 A ABS
14D FL DOOR 25 A Power window (passenger’s side)
15SPARESee note. Spare fuse

528 Alphabetical index
Transmission shift switches ......................... 181, 183
Trip meter ......................... 200, 219
Trunk Opener ....................................46
Trunk light Wattage ................................. 469
Turn signal lights
Switch.................................... 188
USB port ................................... 286
Vanity mirrors........................... 297
Vehicle identification number ................................... 459
Vehicle stability control........... 245
VSC............................................ 245
Warning buzzers Electric power steering .......... 397
Seat belt reminder ................. 399
Smart key system.......... 409, 413
Warning lights
Automatic headlight leveling system .... ............... 397
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light........................ 399
Anti-lock brake
system ................................ 397
Brake assist system .............. 397
Brake system ........................ 395
Charging system .... ............... 396
Cruise control indicator light....................... 397
Electric power steering system warning light ........... 397
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 397 Engine oil pressure ............... 396
High engine coolant
temperature ........................ 396
Low fuel level ........................ 399
Low tire pressure .................. 399
Malfunction indicator lamp .................................... 397
Master warning light .............. 399
Open door ............................. 399
Pretensioners ........................ 397
Seat belt reminder
light ..................................... 399
Slip indicator light .................. 397
Smart key system ......... 409, 413
SRS airbags .......................... 397
Tire pressure warning system ................................ 399
Warning messages .................. 407
Washer Checking ............................... 343
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 261
Switch ................................... 229
Washing and waxing ............... 308
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 256
Load limits ............................. 260
Weight ................................... 458
Wheels ...................................... 357
Window glasses ........................ 72
Window lock switch................... 72
Windows
Power windows ....................... 72
Rear window defogger .......... 284
Washer.................................. 229
Windshield wipers ................... 229
Winter driving tips ................... 261
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ................... 38
Replacing the battery ............ 363
Wireless remote control key.... 38
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