Notices
SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)

Headlight washers operate when key turned on

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jun 19, 2017 | 02:12 PM
  #1  
TominBoise's Avatar
TominBoise
Thread Starter
Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 57
Likes: 11
From: Idaho
Default Headlight washers operate when key turned on

I have only had my SC for about 5 days and still learning so forgive if this is something I should know.. Like the title says when I turn the key to on in my garage the headlights come on and the headlight washers operate and spray clear up on the windshield. It is like I have a auto function turned on. I could not find that is should do this in the owners manual. Do I have something set to do this or what could be causing this? Any help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Reply
Old Jun 19, 2017 | 03:31 PM
  #2  
Bgw70's Avatar
Bgw70
Lexus Test Driver
10 Year Member
Veteran: Air Force
Liked
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 8,213
Likes: 949
From: Fl
Default

They should only spray when the headlights are on and you press the headlight washer button on the far left side of the dash.
it seems like the button may be stuck in the pressed on position.
you have a problem.

if you are driving 60mph, they won't spray the windshield.
Reply
Old Jun 19, 2017 | 09:46 PM
  #3  
ShawnOk's Avatar
ShawnOk
Pole Position
iTrader: (1)
 
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 2,169
Likes: 92
From: Oklahoma
Default

On another thought you could rig them so they spray forward, that way when people pass in front of your car at the crosswalk you can give em a little squirt!
Reply
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 07:17 AM
  #4  
TominBoise's Avatar
TominBoise
Thread Starter
Rookie
 
Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 57
Likes: 11
From: Idaho
Default

Bgw70 you were right, the button was stuck down. Thanks
Reply
Old Jun 20, 2017 | 07:49 AM
  #5  
Bgw70's Avatar
Bgw70
Lexus Test Driver
10 Year Member
Veteran: Air Force
Liked
Community Favorite
 
Joined: Dec 2014
Posts: 8,213
Likes: 949
From: Fl
Default

Originally Posted by TominBoise
Bgw70 you were right, the button was stuck down. Thanks
Glad you figured it out!

Also, Walmart sells CRC contact cleaner, I would suggest you pick up a can the next time you are there, then spray the switch. It will clean out what ever was in there and it won't harm the plastic.

it is sold in the automotive section with the other oils, gas additives, brake fluid etc.
Reply
Old Mar 5, 2021 | 04:02 PM
  #6  
SC430fun's Avatar
SC430fun
Pit Crew
5 Year Member
 
Joined: Jun 2015
Posts: 193
Likes: 11
From: CA
Default

Originally Posted by ShawnOk
On another thought you could rig them so they spray forward, that way when people pass in front of your car at the crosswalk you can give em a little squirt!
Your idea is quite appealing especially in California where people jump out in the street without looking, and you have to jam on the brakes and they end up getting pissed at you even though they are in the wrong!
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
vuiskool
GS - 3rd Gen (2006-2011)
9
Oct 19, 2009 08:09 AM
ferg5162
LS - 3rd Gen (2001-2006)
3
Sep 3, 2008 12:12 AM
Kailua250
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
10
Apr 12, 2006 07:07 PM
rclab1
SC430 - 2nd Gen (2001-2010)
8
Jan 25, 2006 05:25 PM
MatadorIS
IS - 2nd Gen (2006-2013)
14
Dec 20, 2005 09:48 PM




All times are GMT -7. The time now is 11:14 PM.