Rain sensor and automatic wipers
How to use a rain sensor and automatic wipers safely.
Rain sensors and automatic wipers can make everyday driving easier, but the system does not replace your own judgment. If the sensor reads the situation incorrectly, you are the one who loses visibility, not the car.
What you need to know
- Automatic systems do not always react equally well to dust, sleet and road spray.
- You must be ready to override the setting as soon as visibility changes.
- Clean windows and good wiper blades are still crucial.
Typical situations
| Situation | What you should do | Common mistake |
|---|---|---|
| Light drizzle | Adjust the sensitivity if the system is wiping too slowly or too quickly. | Letting the windows get worse while waiting for the sensor to react. |
| Motorway with spray | Be prepared for the sensor to underestimate the need. | Trusting the automatic mode in heavily changing conditions. |
| Sleet and a dirty windscreen | Clear the glass actively with washer fluid and manual control. | Thinking the sensor can solve a cleaning problem. |
Common mistakes
- Thinking the automatic mode is always smarter than you.
- Forgetting to maintain the wiper blades.
- Using auto mode even when conditions are changing very quickly.
How to practice
Link this with Windscreen wipers and washers , Driving in heavy rain and spray and Cleaning sensors and cameras (ADAS) .