Wiper & Washer
WARNING:
In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the defroster sufficiently warms the windshield. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking the view.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the washer continuously for more than ten seconds, and do not operate it when the washer fluid tank is empty, or the washer motor may overheat. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades, and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the windshield washer.
In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only damage to the wiper blades but also burn out to the wiper motor. If the wiper blade is frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, wiper deicer (if equipped) or rear window defogger before turning on the wiper. If the wipers stop during operation because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper operation. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing temperatures, use non-freezing type wiper blades. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzene. This will deteriorate the wiper blades.
NOTE:
The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the ON or ACC position. Grease, wax, insects, or other material on the windshield or the wiper blades results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer surface of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. If streaking cannot be eliminated even after following the above procedure, replace the wiper blades.