Q: How do I use the windshield wipers?

asked by on January 15, 2016

How do I use the windshield wipers?

The windshield wipers provide much needed visibility in rainy and snowy conditions, by wiping the moisture off of the windows. To use the windshield wipers, first locate the wiper lever, which is on the right side of the steering wheel. Push the lever down one notch to INT to turn the wipers on intermittent, push the lever down two notches to LO to turn the wipers on low, or push the lever down three notches to HI to turn the wipers on high. Return the wiper level to its original position to turn off the wipers.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

How can I get a replacement key?
You can get a key for the vehicle at a dealer or a locksmith, just be sure that it's a PASS-key III+ which is denoted by a plus symbol in a circle. These keys are coded and must be learned...
Truck won't go into park
There can be a few reasons why your shifter would be jamming up or sticking. The gear selector is apart of the shift linkage controlling what gear you want to enter. Over time, mechanical parts wear naturally and the linkage...
Van shut off while driving, now it won't start
The vehicle may have had a problem with a computer sensor like the crankshaft sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-crankshaft-position-sensor) or camshaft sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-camshaft-position-sensor) but normally they would have put a code into the computer. This is not a common problem and would need...
dash lights go out when i turn on headlights
In order to properly diagnose the system, the wire diagram would need to be looked at for your Chrysler. In general, the dashboard lights are powered and set to brightness from the headlight switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/headlight-switch-replacement). Have the switch checked to...
Throbbing exhaust sound.
Hello. The cost for something like this will largely depend on which components (if any) are damaged. You should have the vehicle put up on a lift and the underneath of the vehicle inspected for damaged parts. The exhaust may...
My 2003 Saturn Vue is having clutch issues
Hello - most likely your clutch hydraulic system has worn out. If fluid leaks on the ground under front driver side of the car (clear fluid, but oil film on the fingers), the clutch slave cylinder has worn out, or...
car running very rough, making oil 1990 Nissan/Datsun 300ZX
Hello - I suspect your cold start system (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-cold-start-injector) has gone "full on" or you have leaking injectors. Without question your fuel system is pumping way too much fuel into the intake, leaking past the piston rings, and entering the...
Bypass a.c. compressor with a short serpentine belt, can this be done if not what about a bypass pulley?
The compressor cannot be bypassed without the use of a compressor bypass pulley. It would cost more for a bypass for the compressor than it would be to just replace the compressor pulley. Install a new pulley or pulley bearing...
Turn off auto unlock on Chevy Uplander 08
Hi there. Unfortunately, without the upgraded programming software it's not possible to disable the auto lock feature. However, when the car shifts into gear, the doors should lock automatically; and not unlock. This is the safety feature's intent, so it...

Related articles

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid
With With more and more consumers looking for better fuel efficiency, hybrid cars are taking off in ways that most of us never thought possible. Today, America’s top-selling compact car, the Honda Civic, is offered in a hybrid model with...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid
The The 2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid is a really great choice for anyone looking for a mid-size sedan. Not only does it boast plenty of room for people and cargo, but it also has a good amount of power and...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
While While the Chrysler Town & Country has been in production for over half a century, the 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is anything but old-fashioned. The model got a huge overhaul in 2011 and saw a few new upgrades...