Special position of the windscreen wipers

Citroen C3 / Citroen C3 Owner's Manual / Visibility / Wiper controls / Special position of the windscreen wipers

In the minute following switching off of the

In the minute following switching off of the ignition, any action on the stalk positions the wipers vertically.

This action enables you to position the wiper blades for winter parking, cleaning or replacement without damaging the bonnet.

To park the wipers after this has been done, switch on the ignition and operate the stalk.

For optimum and lasting wiping of the "fl at-blade" wiper blades, it is advisable to:

- handle them with care,
- clean them regularly using soapy water,
- change them approximately every 6 months,
- avoid using them to retain cardboard on the windscreen.

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