FIAT Punto Classic - Manual (Page 85)

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The rain sensor is able to recognize and automatically
adjust itself in the presence of the following particular
conditions:
❒ impurities on the controlled surface (salt, dirt, etc.);
❒ straks of water caused by worn wiper blades;
❒ difference between day and night. Deactivation
Turn the ignition key to STOP.
At the following starting operation (key at MAR), the
sensor will not be reactivated even is the stalk is on
(B). In this event, to activate the rain sensor, you have
to move the stalk to (A) or (C) and then again to (B).
When the rain sensor is again activated in this way, at
least one windscreen wiper stroke occurs, even if the
windscreen is dry.
In the event of ice on the windscreen, make sure to have disconnected the device.
Do not activate the rain sensor when washing the car in an automatic washing station.
WARNING Make sure the device is off when cleaning the windscreen.