Kia Soul: Wipers and washers / Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
1. MIST/˅: For a single wiping cycle, move
the lever to this (MIST/˅ ) position and release
it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.
2. OFF / O: Wiper is not in operation.
3. INT / ---: Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use
this mode in a light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control
knob.
4. LO / 1: Normal wiper speed
5. HI / 2: Fast wiper speed
NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the
windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before
using the windshield wipers to ensure proper operation. If you do not remove the
snow and/or ice before using the wiper and wash-er, it may damage the wiper and
washer system.
Auto control
The rain sensor (A) located on the upper end of the windshield glass senses the
amount of rainfall and controls the wiping cycle for the proper interval. The more
it rains, the faster the wiper operates. When the rain stops, the wiper stops.
To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob (1).
If the wiper switch is set in AUTO mode when the ignition switch is ON, the wiper
will operate once to perform a selfcheck of the system. Set the wiper to OFF (O)
position when the wiper is not in use.
CAUTION
When the ignition switch is ON and the windshield wiper switch is placed in
the AUTO mode, use caution in the following situations to avoid any injury to the
hands or other parts of the body:
- Do not touch the upper end of the windshield glass facing the rain
sensor.
- Do not wipe the upper end of the windshield glass with a damp or wet
cloth.
- Do not put pressure on the windshield glass.
CAUTION
- When washing the vehicle, set the wiper switch in the OFF (O) position
to stop the auto wiper operation. The wiper may operate and be damaged if the
switch is set in the AUTO mode while washing the vehicle.
- Do not remove the sensor cover located on the upper end of the passenger
side windshield glass. Damage to system parts could occur and may not be covered
by your vehicle warranty.
- When starting the vehicle in winter, set the wiper switch in the OFF (O)
position. Otherwise, wipers may operate and ice may damage the windshield wiper
blades. Always remove all snow and ice and defrost the windshield properly prior
to operating the windshield wipers.
- When tinting the windshield, be careful of any fluid getting into the
sensor located in the top center of the front windshield. It may damage the
related parts.
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