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15 minutes. If the rear window and the outside mirrors have been cleared and the windshield blade rubbers have been deiced completely before that time, press the defogger button to turn them off.
It is possible for the defogger and deicer system to be set to continuous operation mode by operating the center information display. For details, refer to“ Car settings” FP213.
CAUTION
. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger and deicer system continuously for any longer than necessary.
. Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abrasives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window.
windshield wiper deicer works effectively.
. While the defogger and deicer system is in the continuous operation mode: – If the vehicle speed remains at 9 mph( 15 km / h) or lower for 15 minutes, the windshield wiper deicer system automatically stops operating. However, the rear window defogger system and outside mirror defogger system maintain continuous operation in this condition.
– If the vehicle battery voltage drops below the permissible level, continuous operation of the defogger system and deicer system is canceled and the system stops operating.
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WARNING
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. Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt / telescopic position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.
. If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again. It is dangerous to drive without locking the steering wheel. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.
NOTE
. Turn on the defogger and deicer system if the wipers are frozen to the windshield.
. If the windshield is covered with snow, remove the snow so that the