Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 Owner's Manual page 279

Windshield Wipers
Unintentional Wiping
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WARNING
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In rain sensor mode, the windshield wipes can start
wiping unintentionally when switched on.
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e Always switch off windshield wipers before
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cleaning the windshield to avoid unintentional
operation (rain sensor operation).
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NOTICE
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Danger of damage to the windshield, rear screen and
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wiper system.
e Only wipe windows when sufficiently wet, other-
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wise it could become scratched
e Loosen frozen windshield wipers before starting
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to drive.
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e Do not operate a frozen headlight cleaning
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system.
e Always switch off windshield wipers in car
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washes to prevent them from wiping uninten-
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tionally (rain sensor mode).
e Do not operate the headlight cleaning system in
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car washes.
e Always hold the wiper arm securely when
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replacing wiper blades.
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e Pay attention to the varying length of wiper
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blades when replacing them.
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Operating the windshield wipers
Fig. 225: Windshield wiper lever
0 Windshield wipers off
When the windshield wipers and the ignition are
switched off, the wipers move up slightly from
their rest position so that the wiping edges are
aligned correctly.
1 Windshield wiper rain sensor/intermittent
operation
e Move wiper lever upward to the first detent.
2 Windshield wipers slow
e Move wiper lever upward to the second
detent.
3 Windshield wipers fast
e Move wiper lever upward to the third detent.
4 Windshield wipers - one-touch operation
e Move wiper lever downward.
The windshield wipers carry out one wiping
cycle.
5 Windshield wiper and washer system
e Pull wiper lever toward the steering wheel.
The washer system wipes and sprays while
the lever is pulled toward the steering
wheel.
When the wiper lever is released, a few
drying wipes are performed.
After every 10 wipes of the windshield, the
headlights are cleaned automatically.
Information
e If windshield is very dirty, repeat wash.
e Persistent dirt (e.g. insect remains) should be
removed regularly.
For information on car care:
f Please see chapter „Car Care" on page 59.
Windshield wiper blades in perfect condition are vital
for ensuring a clear view.
f Please see chapter „Wiper blades" on page 278.
Attaching windshield snow covers or sun
shades or replacing wiper blades
e Switch off the ignition and press the windshield
wiper lever 4 downward once.
The windshield wipers move upward through
approx. 45°.