Kia Sportage: Wipers and washers / Windshield wipers
Operates as follows when the ignition switch is turned ON.
MIST : For a single wiping cycle, move the lever to this (MIST) position and release it. The wipers will operate continuously if the lever is held in this position.
OFF : Wiper is not in operation
INT : Wiper operates intermittently at the same wiping intervals. Use this mode in light rain or mist. To vary the speed setting, turn the speed control knob.
LO : Normal wiper speed
HI : Fast wiper speed
✽ NOTICE
If there is heavy accumulation of snow or ice on the windshield, defrost the windshield for about 10 minutes, or until the snow and/or ice is removed before using the windshield wipers to ensure proper operation.
If you do not remove the snow and/or ice before using the wiper and washer, it may damage the wiper and washer system.
Wipers and washers
Windshield wiper/washer
Rear window wiper/washer
A : Wiper speed control (front)
· MIST – Single wipe
· OFF – Off
· INT – Intermittent wipe
· LO – Low wiper speed
· HI â ...
Front windshield washers
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on
the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles.
Use this function when the windshield is dirty.
The spray and wipe ...
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