Operation
Rain sensor
In this manual: Operation
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Wiper operation is automatically adjusted depending on rainfall intensity.
The sensor is located on the windshield, directly in front of the interior rear view mirror.
Turning on the rain sensor

Press the button, see arrow 3. The LED will light up.
Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity
Turn the control 5.
Turning off the rain sensor
Press the button, see arrow 3 again – the LED will go out.
Before driving into a car wash, turn off the rain sensor, otherwise unintended activation of the wipers may damage them.◄
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