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Old 02-02-15, 10:27 AM
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Hello, can someone tell me what does this button do?
First i thought it is auto wiper, but it doesn't do anything while i drive in the ring.
does anyone know what this does?

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Old 02-02-15, 11:46 AM
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Looks like front windshield defroster? Lol
Old 02-02-15, 11:58 AM
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don't quote me, but isn't it the sprayers for the headlights?
Old 02-02-15, 12:46 PM
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I have the same button on my 2014 IS350 and it is the windshield heater for the the wipers.
Old 02-02-15, 12:56 PM
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Yes, it's the windshield wiper de-icer. Heats the bottom portion of the windshield.
Old 02-02-15, 01:21 PM
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windshield defroster..
I should give it a try since we just got a nasty snow storm here in Toronto..

Thanks for the info..
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Must be a Canada spec thing?
Old 02-02-15, 09:44 PM
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I just took delivery of my IS350 today and was told by the salesman exactly that! That button activates the wiper defrost
Old 02-03-15, 01:11 AM
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I think it is the James Bond 007 ejection seat. Push, Run Quick!
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I think that's part of the cold weather package.
Old 02-03-15, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by yycdave
Yes, it's the windshield wiper de-icer. Heats the bottom portion of the windshield.

He's got it. It comes in handy too, I love this feature.
Old 02-07-15, 06:10 AM
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That's a good feature right about now.
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There is also this super handy thing in the glove box called the "manual." It has all sorts of great info in there.
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