How to Activate Automatic Wipers?
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To activate automatic wipers, simply rotate the knob to the automatic switch position. It adopts a rotary knob control method, with a clear activation indicator on the knob switch. The knob has five positions to choose from: wiper off, slow automatic sensing, fast automatic sensing, manual slow wiping, and manual fast wiping. Automatic wipers, also known as rain-sensing wipers, can detect the size of raindrops through a rain sensor and automatically adjust the wiper speed to provide the driver with a clear view, significantly improving convenience and safety during rainy driving. The two most widely used mainstream sensors for automatic wipers are optical sensors and capacitive sensors.
Just pull the wiper stalk back to the AUTO position, and a raindrop icon will appear on the dashboard to remind you that it's activated. The key is to keep the small black rectangular area at the top center of the windshield clean—that's the 'eye' of the rain sensor. When it rains, it automatically detects the intensity and adjusts the speed. If you feel the response is too slow or too fast, just rotate the knob at the top of the stalk to adjust the sensitivity. Remember to turn off auto mode after washing the car—otherwise, the sensor might mistake water droplets for rain and go crazy. Don’t ask how I know—last time I forgot to turn it off, and the sound of wipers scraping on dry glass made my heart ache.
After starting the vehicle, simply push the wiper stalk on the right side of the steering wheel down to the automatic position. You'll hear a slight click sound. That small square attached to the windshield is the sensor - never cover it with a sunshade. Once when I sprayed windshield washer fluid, the system misjudged it as heavy rain and immediately switched to maximum speed, splashing water droplets all over the window. For highway driving in rainy conditions, I recommend setting the sensitivity knob to medium - it works great during torrential rain. Also, if the rearview mirror base gets dirty, it can affect the sensor's performance, so remember to wipe it occasionally. Automatic wipers are indeed convenient, especially during drizzles when you don't need to constantly adjust them.
