Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Functions And Operating Principles: Interference
Integrated rain sensor might malfunction due to the interferences listed below.
- Dust on the measuring surface and other surfaces on the light path (surface of light emitting diodes and photo diodes, fibre optics, bracket, and glass surface of windshield joint area) weakens the received light.
- Movement of windshield and bracket
- Movement of bracket due to vibration
- Damaged wiper blade
- Damaged head lamp
- Damaged multimedia device
- Damaged air conditioning systemNOTE: When the integrated rain sensor does not operate or malfunctions, the driver should operate the wiper switch manually.
When the integrated rain sensor does not operate or malfunctions, the driver should operate the head lamp switch manually.
When the integrated rain sensor does not operate or malfunctions, the driver should operate the air conditioner switch manually.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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