How do rain sensing windshield wipers work Consumer Reports?
Rain-sensing windshield wipers provide a convenient, automatic way to keep the windshield clear in foul weather. Consumer Reports explains how rain-sensing windshield wipers work.
Why does my car wiper sensor turn on?
The electronics and software in the sensor turn on the wipers when the amount of light reflected onto the sensor decreases to a preset level. The software sets the speed of the wipers based on how fast the moisture builds up between wipes.
What to do if your windshield wipers do not move?
Turn the ignition key to the “On” position. Turn the rain sensor switch to the “On” position. If the wipers do not move, refer to your owner’s repair manual for the location of the rain sensor module. It will be a small plastic box that receives the wires from the sensor.
What to use to clean rain sensing wipers?
Use a spray bottle of window cleaner to soak the inside of the front window. Wipe the window’s surface clean with towels, removing all stains, such as coffee, tobacco, any haze and hand prints. Clean the outside of the front window with window cleaner and towels. Remove all bug stains, bird droppings, oil film, mud or other debris.
Rain-sensing windshield wipers provide a convenient, automatic way to keep the windshield clear in foul weather. Consumer Reports explains how rain-sensing windshield wipers work.
The electronics and software in the sensor turn on the wipers when the amount of light reflected onto the sensor decreases to a preset level. The software sets the speed of the wipers based on how fast the moisture builds up between wipes.
Turn the ignition key to the “On” position. Turn the rain sensor switch to the “On” position. If the wipers do not move, refer to your owner’s repair manual for the location of the rain sensor module. It will be a small plastic box that receives the wires from the sensor.
Why are my wipers not working in the Sun?
Make sure you fill it enough that it sits higher than the surrounding areas as in the video and allow the gel to set (10-15 minutes in sunlight) before you push the sensor back into it’s holder against the glass. Otherwise, when you tilt the sensor, the gel will slide around and drip off the edges.