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Control System” FP306.
! Wiper operation when snowing s08ai0201
Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blade rubbers are not frozen to the windshield.
If the wiper blade rubbers are frozen to the windshield, perform the following procedure.
. To thaw the windshield wiper blade rubbers, use the defroster with the airflow selection in“” and the temperature set for maximum warmth until the wiper blade rubbers are completely thawed. Refer to“ Climate Control” FP241.
. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer, use it. It is helpful to thaw the windshield wiper blade rubbers. Refer to“ Defogger and Deicer” FP227.
When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the windshield despite wiper operation, use the defroster with the airflow selection in“” and the temperature set for maximum warmth. After the windshield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away using the windshield washer. Refer to“ Windshield washer” FP226.
Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively. If snow is
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stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to a safe place, then remove it. If you stop the vehicle at road side, use the hazard warning flasher to alert other drivers. Refer to“ Hazard Warning Flasher” FP146.
We recommend use of non-freezing type wiper blades( winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and freezing temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle.
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CAUTION
During high-speed driving, nonfreezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper blades. If this happens, reduce the vehicle speed.
NOTE
When the season requiring non-freezing type wiper blades is over, replace them with standard wiper blades.
& Corrosion Protection s08ai03
Refer to“ Corrosion Protection” FP410.
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& Snow Tires
WARNING
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. When replacing or installing winter tire( s), all four tires must be the same for the following items.
( a) Size( b) Speed symbol( c) Load index( d) Circumference( e) Construction( f) Manufacturer( g) Brand( tread pattern)( h) Degrees of wear
For items( a) to( c), you must obey the specification that is printed on the tire inflation pressure label. The tire inflation pressure label is located on the driver’ s door pillar.
If all four tires are not the same in items( a) to( h), serious mechanical damage could be caused to the drivetrain of the car, and affect the followings.
– Ride – Handling – Braking
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Driving Tips
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