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5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Windshield wiper de-icer
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
On/off
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after approxi-
mately 15 minutes. Pressing the
switch again also turns the de-icer
off.
Operating conditions
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Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the "ON" position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
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Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars,
as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
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I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
: If equipped