Fig. 89 Windscreen wiper lever: setting the rain sensor ①
Fig. 90 Sensitive surface of the rain sensor
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warningsWhen the rain sensor is activated, it automatically controls the frequency of the wiper intervals, depending on the amount of rain . The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted manually. Manual wipe .
The automatic wipe function can be activated and deactivated using the button and the and Mirror and wipers function buttons in the infotainment system .
If the rain sensor deactivated, intervals will be set in levels.
Push the lever to the desired position :
Adjusting the sensitivity of the rain sensor:
The rain sensor will remain active after the ignition is switched off and back on again and will function again if the windscreen wiper lever is in position Ⓑ and if the vehicle is travelling at speeds higher than 4 km/h (2 mph).
Changes to the functioning of the rain sensor
Possible causes for faults and misinterpretations concerning the sensitive surface of the rain sensor include:
WARNING
The rain sensor will not always detect every rain shower and activate the windscreen wipers.Clean the sensitive surface of the rain sensor (arrow) at regular intervals and check the wiper blades for damage.
We recommend that you use an alcohol-based glass cleaner to remove wax and polish.
Removing and installing crash bar
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331
Removing
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Remove knee airbag with igniter
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Assembly overview - tank flap unit
1 -
Fuel tank flap
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Removing and installing
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Tank flap unit
Removing and installing
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Water drain hose
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Testing quantity of fuel delivered
Note
Check fuel delivery rate as described in “Guided Fault
Finding” function, vehicle diagnostic tester in “Guided Fault
Finding” mode.
Conditions for checking fuel delivery rate (in short):
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