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Rain Sensor - `Failsafe Mode' Operation

ELECTRICAL
EL006-02

June 4, 2002

Title

RAIN SENSOR "FAILSAFE MODE" OPERATION

Models

'01 -'02 LS 430

Introduction

When the temperature of the rain sensor drops below 5°F (-15°C) or rises above 176°F (80°C), or the sensor experiences an internal failure, the wiper operation will default to "Failsafe Mode" if the wiper switch is in the "Auto" position. The sensor logic has been modified to prevent wiper operation during high ambient (heat) conditions when the wiper switch is in the "Auto" position.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2001 - 2002 model year LS 430 vehicles produced before the VIN shown below.





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Auto Wiper Operation Under "Failsafe Mode"





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Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty *

This repair is covered under the Lexus Comprehensive Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 48 months or 50,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.