Wipers/Washers - Intermittent Wiper Operation Information

Classification: EL09-008A

Reference: ITB09-011A

Date: August 27, 2012

INTERMITTENT WIPER OPERATION

This bulletin has been amended to apply to all vehicles with Intermittent Rain Sensing Wipers.

APPLIED VEHICLES:
Infiniti vehicles with Intermittent Rain Sensing Wipers

SERVICE INFORMATION
Vehicle may be equipped with the Rain-Sensing Auto Wiper system.

With this system:

> A rain sensor is located on the windshield, if equipped.

> When the wiper lever is pushed down to the intermittent (INT) position, the wipers will operate when the rain sensor detects rain.

> May only make a single stroke unless rain is detected directly above the sensor.

NOTE:
The wipers may operate unexpectedly when dirt, fingerprints, oil film, or insects are located on or around the sensor, or when exhaust gas or moisture affect the rain sensor.





EXAMPLES OF RAIN SENSORS

If a customer states the wipers do not work when the wiper lever is pushed down to the intermittent (INT) position, make sure the customer is familiar with the above information.

^ You can demonstrate the operation of the system by pushing the wiper lever down to the intermittent (INT) position and spraying/sprinkling water over the rain sensor.

NOTE:
If a wiper-operation incident does occur, refer to the applicable Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for further diagnostic assistance.