Wiper Switch: Description and Operation

Wiper and Washer Switch





The wiper and washer switch is on the right-hand side of the steering column and controls the following functions when the ignition switch in position 11.
In the OFF position:
^ The windscreen wiper is stationary and in the parked position. In the intermittent wipe position:
^ The wiper operates intermittently, with a variable time delay between wipes.
^ The time delay can be varied by rotating the column switch collar, which has six positions and varies the delay between two and 20 seconds. The collar is turned counter-clockwise to increase the delay. In the normal speed position:
^ The wiper operates continuously at normal speed.
In the high speed position:
^ The wiper operates continuously at high speed. Flick wipe operation:
^ Is obtained by pulling the switch stalk towards the steering wheel.
^ Features a single wipe at normal speed if the switch stalk is released immediately.
^ Features continuous wipe action at normal speed while the switch stalk position is held.

Wash/Wipe Operation
The wash/wipe function:
^ Is operated by the button at the end of the switch stalk.
^ Operates the washers and wiper, while the button is depressed, for up to 20 seconds.
^ Provides an additional three sweeps of the wiper after the button is released.
^ Provides a single drip-wipe sweep, four seconds after the wash/wipe sequence has been completed.
^ Is disabled if the 'Washer Fluid Low' message is displayed, but manual operation is still available.
The wash/wipe button also operates the headlamp power wash function (where fitted).