windshield wipers TOYOTA tC 2016 (in English) User Guide

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
Ty p e B
Intermittent wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Low speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
High speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Temporary operation
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency

206 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
■The windshield wipers and washer 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 washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
CAUTION
■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.
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 lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
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 Scion dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
Rear window wiper and washer
: If equipped
The wiper operation is selected by turning the end of the lever as
follows:
Ty p e AIntermittent window
wiper operation
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation

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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
2
When driving
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
■
The rear window wiper 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 washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
Ty p e B
Intermittent window
wiper operation
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation
Washer/wiper dual
operation

210 2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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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.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
4
Maintenance and care
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
NOTICE
■
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.
■ Antenna installation and removal precautions
● Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
● When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
■ 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 a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
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

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4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood • Does the engine hood lock sys-
tem work properly?
Fluid leaks • There should not be any signs of
fluid leakage after the vehicle has
been parked.
Tires • Is the tire inflation pressure cor-
rect?
• The tires should not be dam- aged or excessively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance
schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Windshield wipers/rear window
wiper • The wiper blades should not show
any signs or cracking, splitting,
wear, contamination or deforma-
tion.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield/rear window without
streaking or skipping.
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

348 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
■Under the driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1S/ROOF30 AMoon roof
2 FOG FR 15 A No circuit
3 FOG RR 7.5 A No circuit
4 AM1 5 A Starting system, body ECU
5 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
6 D/L 20 A Power door lock system
7 DOOR FR 20 A Power windows
8 WASHER RR 7.5 A Rear window washer
9 WASHER FR 10 A Windshield washer
10 WIP RR 15 A Rear window wiper 11 WIP FR 30 A Windshield wipers
12 PWR OUTLET 15 A Power outlet
13 ECU-IG1 NO.1 5 A Electric power steering, shift lock
system, moon roof, tire pressure
warning system, charging system,
paddle shift switches

488 Alphabetical index
tC_OM_OM21056U_(U)
WeightCargo capacity ......................220
Load limits ............................. 225
Weight ...................................430
Wheels ......................................329
Window glasses ........................89
Window lock switch ...................89
Windows Power windows ....................... 89
Rear window defogger .......... 245
Washer .................................. 204
Windshield wipers ...................204
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ...................48
Replacing the battery ............335
Wireless remote control key .... 48