1996 Lexus ES 300 Owners Manual - Page 26

SWITCHES Vehicles sold in U.S.A.: If the washer does not work, check to see whether the washer tank is empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" on page 193. Vehicles sold in Canada: The low washer fluid warning light in the instrument cluster comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes nearly empty. For information on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" on page 193. In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could block your vision. Shifting the windshield wiper position The wiper blades retract under the hood when the wipers are turned off. If retraction is obstructed by snow, etc., at the bottom of the windshield, the wipers should be shifted from the retracted position to the rest position above the hood level. When the snow season is over, manually return the wipers to the retracted position following the procedure given below. NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. To shift the windshield wiper position, perform the following steps. 17