2002 Mercedes E-Class Owner's Manual - Page 126

I Intermittent wiping Vehicles with optional rain sensor: One initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by a rain sensor monitoring the wetness of the windshield. Notes: With switch in this position, one wipe occurs when turning the electronic key in steering lock from position 0. However, this might cause scratches on a dry windshield. Turn combination switch to Off position before turning the electronic key in steering lock from position 0. Optional rain sensor: Do not leave in intermittent setting when vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Wiper will operate in presence of water spray at windshield, and wiper may be damaged as a result. P54.25-2423-26 6 Control for windshield wiper/washer system: Push briefly for single wipe without adding washer fluid (use only when windshield is wet). Push past detent and hold to activate wiper and washer. 7 Windshield wiper 0 Wiper off II Normal wiper speed III Fast wiper speed Vehicles without optional rain sensor: If the vehicle is standing still, the wiper will switch back one setting. Combination switch Instruments and controls Operation Driving 123 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index