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CONTROLS
3. Lift the wipers completely away from
the windscreen.
Folding in the wipers
After folding the wipers in, the wiper sys-
tem must be reactivated.
1. Folding in the wipers completely onto
the windscreen.
2. Switch on the ignition.
3. Press the wiper lever downwards. The
wipers move back to the rest position
and are operational once again.
Washer fluid
General
All washer jets are supplied from one tank.
Use a mixture of tap water and screenwash
concentrate for the windscreen washer sys-
tem, if necessary with the addition of anti-
freeze.
Recommended minimum fill level: 1 litre,
approximately 1.7 Imp. pints.
Safety notes
WARNING
Some antifreezes can contain toxic sub-
stances, and are flammable. There is a risk
of fire and fatal injury. Comply with the in-
structions on the containers. Keep anti-
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freezes away from sources of combustion.
Do not pour service products into other
bottles. Keep service products out of the
reach of children.
WARNING
Washer fluid can ignite on contact with
hot parts of the engine, and catch fire.
There is a danger of injury or damage to
property. Only top up washer fluid when
the engine has cooled down. Then fully
close the cap of the washer fluid reservoir.
NOTE
Additives containing silicone added to the
washer fluid for their water beading effect
on the windows may damage the washer
system. There is a danger of damage to
property. Do not add any additives con-
taining silicone to the washer fluid.
NOTE
Mixing different screenwash concentrates
or antifreezes can result in damage to the
washer system. There is a danger of dam-
age to property. Do not mix different
screenwash concentrates or antifreezes.
Comply with the instructions and mixing
ratios stated on the containers.
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