Lexus LS460 User Manual page 237

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Raindrop sensor

The raindrop sensor judges the amount of

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.

If the wiper is turned to "AUTO" mode while the engine switch is in IGNITION ON

mode, the wipers will operate once to show that "AUTO" mode is activated.

If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 194°F (90°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C)

or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any

mode other than "AUTO" mode.

If no windshield washer fluid sprays

Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the wind-

shield washer fluid reservoir.

Outside rear view mirror defogger activation linked to windshield wiper operation

The outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn on when you operate the

windshield wipers.

The outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn off approximately 15 min-

utes after the wipers stop.

For details about the outside rear view mirror defoggers: P. 417

Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in "AUTO" mode

The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the

windshield is subject to vibration in "AUTO" mode. Take care that your fingers or

anything else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.

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.

LS460/LS460L_U (OM50D48U)

4-3. Operating the lights and wipers