2007 Dodge Nitro Owner's Manual - Page 156

156 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE If the swing gate flip-up window is open or the swing gate is open, connection to the rear window wiper is interrupted preventing activation of the rear wiper blade. When the swing gate flip-up window or the swing gate is closed, the rear wiper switch or the ignition switch needs to be turned OFF, and then to ON to restart the rear wiper. NOTE: The rear swing gate will lock while the rear wiper is operating. The gate will stay locked until the wiper is turned off and the gate is unlocked (by key, lock switch, or key fob). Adding Washer Fluid The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the rear window washer is shared. It is located in the front of the engine compartment, and should be checked for fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. Rear Window Defroster - If Equipped The push-button is located on the bottom of the blower control knob. Press this button to turn on the rear window defroster, and the optional electric remote control heated mirrors. An amber light shows that the defroster is on. The defroster will automatically turn off after about ten minutes. For five more minutes of operation, press the switch again. To prevent excessive battery drain, use the defroster only when the engine is operating.