Jaguar XK JJM 18 02 30 701 - Manual (Page 57)

Wipers and Washers
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Speed dependant mode
If speed dependant mode is configured,
the operation of all wiper modes will be
affected by the vehicle speed.
Speed dependant mode becomes active
when the wipers are operating and the
vehicle speed exceeds 10 km/h (6 mph). If
the vehicle subsequently becomes
stationary, the wiper automatically
change to the next lowest operating
speed. When the vehicle starts moving
again, the original wiper speed setting is
automatically restored.
Speed dependant mode can be
configured at your Jaguar Dealer.
RAIN SENSOR
Caution:
• Ensure that AUTO is not selected
when entering a car wash or
damage to the wiper blades or arms
can occur as they will operate in the
car wash.
• During frosty conditions ensure
that AUTO is not selected before
operating the ignition system as
damage to the wiper blades can
occur when the windshield is
frozen.
When AUTO (turn the rotary collar 5 to
AUTO) and intermittent wipe 2 are
selected, the wipers will automatically
operate when rain falls on to the
windshield, or when moisture is present.
For the wipers to operate, the ignition
system must be in the ON position.
Note: When starting a journey with a wet
windshield, the rain sensing wipers may
not operate immediately when the ignition
system is switched ON. Therefore, a flick
wipe should be used to clear the
windshield of any moisture.
Note: Some States require headlights to
be ON when wipers are in use.
CHECKING THE WIPER
BLADES
Windshield wiper blades – clean and
inspect
Grease, silicone and gasoline-based
products impair the blade’s wiping
capability.
Lift the wiper blades clear of the
windshield and wipe the blades with a
clean, soft cloth moistened with water to
which a mild liquid detergent has been
added.
If signs of hardness or cracking in the
rubber are found, or if the wipers leave
streaks or unwiped areas on the
windshield during use, then the wiper
blades should be replaced.
Note: The wiper arms have a restricted lift
of 10 degrees.
Use Jaguar Screen Clean Paste to
remove contamination from the
windshield to ensure effective wiping or if
smearing or juddering becomes evident.
A more aggressive cleaning agent may be
required to remove stubborn
contamination. You should contact a
Jaguar Dealer for advice.