Windshield wipers in the service position

The windshield wiper blades must be in the vertical (service) position for replacement, washing or to lift them away from the windshield when e.g., removing ice or snow.
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Wipers in the service position

 Important

Be sure the wiper blades are not frozen in position before attempting to move them to the service position.

Putting the windshield wipers in the service position

The service position can be activated while the vehicle is stationary and the wipers are not activated.

The service position can be activated in two ways from the center display:

Via Function view

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From Function view, tap the Wiper Service Position button. The indicator light in the button will illuminate when the service position is activated.
The windshield wipers will move to the vertical position.

Via Settings

Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My CarWipers
Tap the Wiper Service Position box.
The windshield wipers will move to the vertical position.

Deactivating service position

The service position can be deactivated in two ways from the center display:

Via Function view

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From Function view, tap the Wiper Service Position button. The indicator light in the button will go out when the service position is deactivated.

Via Settings

Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
My CarWipers
Tap the Wiper Service Position to deselect the box.

The wipers will also leave the service position if:

  • The wipers are activated.
  • The windshield washers are activated.
  • The rain sensor is activated.

 Important

If the wiper arms have been folded out from the windshield while in the service position, fold them back against the windshield before returning the wipers to the normal position to help avoid scratching the paint on the hood.