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How to Use the Magotan Wiper?

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LeSarah
07/28/25 9:47pm

Magotan wiper usage method: The wiper switch of the Magotan is located on the right side of the steering wheel. By operating the wiper function up, down, front, and back, you can adjust the front and rear wiper gears and frequency. The wiper is a blade structure installed in front of the windshield, composed of a motor, reducer, four-bar linkage, wiper arm spindle, wiper blade assembly, etc. Its main function is to sweep away rain, snow, and dust on the windshield that obstructs the view. The Magotan is a B-class sedan under FAW-Volkswagen, with a body size of 4866mm in length, 1832mm in width, and 1464mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2812mm. In terms of appearance, the front face design of the Magotan is the same as the X-shape of the Phaeton, with large-area chrome decoration and the use of double horizontal lines, showcasing a noble and kingly temperament.

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KingstonDella
08/12/25 1:18am

My Magotan's wipers are quite smart, let me share how I use them. The lever on the right side of the steering wheel controls the wipers. A light push downward triggers a single wipe, which is especially convenient for light rain when operating with one hand. Pushing it up one notch activates the automatic wiper mode, where the sensor adjusts the speed based on rainfall intensity—the black dotted area at the base of the rearview mirror on the windshield is the sensing zone. For heavier rain, pushing the lever up two more notches engages the slow and fast modes respectively. If there's bird droppings or dirt on the glass, pull the lever all the way toward you to spray washer fluid and clean the windshield. In winter, remember to set the lever to OFF after parking, otherwise the wiper blades might freeze and damage the motor upon startup. Also, a reminder to replace the wiper blades every six months, as ineffective wiping can dangerously impair visibility.

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ChloeLee
10/01/25 2:52am

After three years with the Magotan, I've mastered the wiper controls. Newbies, take note: There's a rotary knob at the end of the right-hand control stalk—turn it once to activate the rear wiper (sedans don't have this feature). The rain-sensing wipers are incredibly handy; just set the top knob on the stalk to AUTO when it rains, and the wipers will automatically speed up in heavy rain. For manual control, rotate the knob away from the AUTO setting: push up one notch for intermittent wiping, two for slow speed, and three for high speed. In sudden downpours, pull the stalk toward you to spray washer fluid for emergency cleaning. In summer, it's best to lift the wipers when parked to prevent the rubber blades from sticking to hot asphalt.

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BrynleeRose
11/14/25 4:40am

Remember three actions for operating the Magotan wipers: First, the button at the end of the right-hand stalk is for the front windshield washer—press once to spray once. Second, lightly push the entire stalk upward for a single wipe, or push harder to activate continuous wiping. Third, adjust sensitivity with the rotary knob on the side of the stalk—turn to the raindrop symbol for the most responsive setting, and level three is sufficient for heavy rain. After parking, the wipers automatically lower to the service position, making it easy to replace the blades without needing to reset them manually.

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