2005 Lexus IS 300 Owners Manual - Page 55

04 06.30 SWITCHES WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH For mist wiper operations (a single wipe), pull the lever toward you and release it. To make the washer squirt, push the button on the end of the lever. For information on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" on page 386. SV12025 Some models: If you push the windshield washer switch with the headlights on, the headlight cleaner operates once automatically. In cold weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent icing, which could block your vision. " 1 Interval adjuster 2 Washer on To turn the windshield wipers on, move the lever down until you reach the desired speed setting. The ignition key must be in the "ON" position. There are 3 settings: "INT" position: Intermittent operation "LO" position: Low speed operation "HI" position: High speed operation Twist the interval adjuster upward to increase the wiping time interval between sweeps, and downward to decrease it. The wiper lever must be in the "INT" position. 34 The rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger automatically turns on when you operate the wipers. NOTICE Do not operate the windshield wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. When waxing your vehicle, make sure that the washer nozzles do not become blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked, contact your Lexus dealer to have the vehicle serviced. NOTICE If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.