wipers TOYOTA YARIS 2020 User Guide

2744-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Rain-sensing windshield wiper
When is selected, the wiper will operate automatically when the
sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper
timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed.
When is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted as fol-
lows by turning the switch ring:
Off
Rain-sensing windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield
wiper operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Increases the sensitivity
Decreases the sensitivity
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Washer/wiper dual oper-
ation
Pulling the lever operates the wiper
and washer.
The wiper will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.
(After operating several times, the
wiper operate one more time after
a short delay to prevent dripping.)
■ The windshield 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.
■ Raindrop sensor (vehicles with a rain-sensing windshield wiper)
● Vehicles without a smart entry & start system: If the wiper switch is turned to
while the engine switch is in the “ON” position, the wiper will operate
once to show that “AUTO” mode is activated.
● Vehicles with a smart entry & start system: If the wiper switch is turned to
while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the wiper will oper-
ate once to show that “AUTO” mode is activated.
● When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned toward high while in “AUTO”
mode, the wiper will operate once to indicate that the sensor sensitivity is
enhanced.
● If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 90°C (194°F) or higher, or -15°C
(5°F) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the
wiper in any mode other than “AUTO” mode.
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● The raindrop sensor judges the amount
of raindrops.
An optical sensor is adopted. It may not
operate properly when sunlight from the
rising or setting of the sun intermittently
strikes the windshield, or if bugs etc. are
present on the windshield.

2764-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■ 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.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of windshield wiper in “AUTO” mode (vehi-
cles with a rain-sensing windshield wiper)
The windshield wiper 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 wiper.
■ 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 wiper, 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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Rear window wiper and washer
Operating the switch operates the rear wiper or washer as fol-
lows:
Off
Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper
operation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wiper will automatically
operate a couple of times
after the washer squirts.
■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 washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked, if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
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2784-3. Operating the lights and 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.
■ 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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WARNING
●If there is a large difference in temperature between the inside and outside
of the vehicle, such as in winter, t he windshield is likely to fog up easily. If
the part of the windshield in front of the front sensor is fogged up or cov-
ered with condensation or ice, the PCS warning light may illuminate and
the system may be temporarily disabled. In this case, use the windshield
defogger to remove the fog, etc. ( P. 442, 452)
● If the area of the windshield in front of the front sensor is covered with
water droplets, use the windshield wipers to remove them.
If the water droplets are not sufficiently removed, the performance of the
front sensor may be reduced.
● If water droplets cannot be properly removed from the area of the wind-
shield in front of the front 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 install an antenna in front of the sensor.
● Do not get the front sensor wet.
● Do not allow bright lights to shine into the front sensor.
● Do not dirty or damage the front sensor.
When cleaning the inside of the windshi eld, do not allow glass cleaner to
contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
If the lens is dirty or damaged, contact any authorized Toyota retailer or
Toyota authorized repairer, or any reliable repairer.

688Alphabetical index
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Seat belt reminder light ........... 585
Seat belts .................................... 38
Child restraint system
installation............................. 77
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belt ........................ 483
Emergency Locking Retractor
(ELR) .................................... 41
How to wear your seat belt ..... 38
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................... 41
Pregnant women, proper
seat belt use ......................... 42
Reminder light and buzzer .... 585
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 41
SRS warning light ................. 582
Seat heaters ............................. 458
Seats ................................. 198, 201
Adjustment ............................ 198
Adjustment precautions ........ 200
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ................ 77
Cleaning ................................ 482
Folding down the rear
seatbacks ........................... 201
Head restraints...................... 204
Properly sitting in the seat....... 36
Seat heaters.......................... 458
Sensor
Automatic headlight
system ................................ 269
Automatic High Beam ........... 284
Camera sensor ..................... 284
Inside rear view mirror .......... 210
Laser sensor ......................... 284
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert) ........ 284PCS (Pre-Crash Safety
system)............................... 284
Rain-sensing wind shield
wipers ................................. 275
RSA (Road Sign Assist)........ 319
Shift lever ......................... 252, 260
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 257
Manual transmission ............. 260
Multidrive .............................. 252
Shift lock system ..................... 256
Side airbags ............................... 45
Side doors ................................ 154
Side mirrors ............................. 211
Adjusting and folding ............ 211
Heaters ......................... 442, 453
Side turn signal lights ............. 264
Replacing light bulbs............. 557
Turn signal lever ................... 264
Wattage ................................ 663
Smart entry & start system ..... 167
Antenna location ................... 167
Entry functions .............. 154, 161
Starting the engine................ 243
Warning lights ....................... 584
Warning message ................. 169
Snow tires ................................ 362
Spare tire .................................. 615
Inflation pressure .................. 659
Storage location .................... 615
Spark plug ................................ 655
Specifications .......................... 646
Speed limiter ............................ 329
Warning lights ....................... 584
Speedometer .................... 115, 118
Steering lock .................... 242, 249
Steering wheel ......................... 207
Adjustment ............................ 207
Audio switches ...................... 370
Meter control switches .......... 128
Telephone switches .............. 409
“TRIP” switch ........................ 123
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