2024 Fiat 500e Wipers and Washers User Guide
This Guide covers 2024 Fiat 500e Wipers and Washers. Understand the functioning, maintenance, and replacement of wiper blades and washer fluid to guarantee good vision and safe driving in diverse weather situations.
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WIPERS AND WASHERS
The windshield wiper/washer controls are located on the lever on the right side of the steering column. There are five different modes of operation for the front windshield wipers.
NOTE:
The windshield wipers/washers will only operate while the vehicle’s ignition system is in the ON/RUN position.
Windshield Wiper/Washer Lever
- Push Forward For Rear Washer
- Rotate For Rear Wiper Operation
- Rotate For Front Wiper Operation
- Pull For Front Washer
- Push Up For Mist
FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotate the windshield wiper knob to one of the first two detent positions for intermittent settings, the third detent for low wiper operation and the fourth for high wiper operation.
Smart washing function
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel (unstable position) to operate the windshield washer.
Keep the lever pulled to activate both the windshield washer jet and the windshield wiper with a single movement; the latter turns on automatically if you keep the lever pulled for more than half a second.
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.
Mist
Use the Mist feature when weather conditions make occasional usage of the wipers necessary. Push the lever upward to the MIST position and release for a single wiping cycle.
NOTE:
The mist feature does not activate the washer pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed on the windshield. The washer function must be used in order to spray the windshield with washer fluid.
REAR WINDSHIELD WIPER
The rear wiper/washer controls are located on the windshield wiper lever on the right side of the steering column. The rear wiper/washer is operated by rotating a switch, located on the left side of the lever.
NOTE:
If the front wipers are moving and the vehicle is shifted in REVERSE, the rear wiper will perform one round up to clean the rear window.
Rotate the center portion of the lever upward to the first detent for intermittent operation and to the second detent for continuous rear wiper operation.
To use the washer, push the lever forward and hold while spray is desired. If the lever is pushed while in the intermittent setting, the wiper will turn on and operate for several wipe cycles after the end of the lever is released, and then resume the intermittent interval previously selected.
NOTE:
As a protective measure, the pump will stop if the switch is held for more than 30 seconds. Once the lever is released, the pump will resume normal operation.
If the lever is pushed while the wiper is in the off position, the wiper will operate for several wipe cycles, then turn off.
If the rear wiper is operating when the ignition is placed in the OFF position, the wiper will automatically return to the parked position.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these cautions can cause damage to the heating elements:
- Use care when washing the inside of the rear window. Do not use abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
- Use a soft cloth and a mild washing solution, wiping parallel to the heating elements. Labels can be peeled off after soaking with warm water.
- Do not use scrapers, sharp instruments, or abrasive window cleaners on the interior surface of the window.
- Keep all objects a safe distance from the window.
RAIN SENSING WIPERS — IF EQUIPPED
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers. Rotate the end of the windshield wiper lever to one of the two detent positions to activate this feature.
NOTE:
- The Rain Sensing feature will not operate when the wiper switch is in the LO, HI, or OFF position. Only in one of the intermittent positions.
- The Rain Sensing feature may not function properly when ice or dried saltwater is present on the windshield.
- Use of products containing wax or silicone may reduce rain sensor performance.
- The Rain Sensing feature can be turned on and off through the Uconnect system.
Rain sensing stalk
- Automatic Wiping – Slow
- Automatic Wiping – Fast
Rotate the switch the first detent for slow operation or the second detent for fast operation.
Place the ring in the O (off) position when not using the system.
NOTE:
In the event of a rain sensor failure, a dedicated telltale on the instrument cluster will appear to warn the customer (if equipped).
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