The windshield wipers of the Renault 5 are controlled via the stalk on the right side of the steering wheel.
Windshield wiper operation
A. Single wipe
Briefly press switch 1 to activate a single wipe of the windshield wipers.
B. Off
The windshield wipers are turned off.
C. Intermittent wiping
The wipers operate at intervals of a few seconds. The duration of the interval can be adjusted by turning ring 2.
D. Slow continuous wiping
The wipers operate continuously at a low speed.
E. Fast continuous wiping
The wipers operate continuously at a high speed.
Special feature
While driving, the wipers automatically adjust their speed when the car stops:
The wipers switch from fast continuous wiping to slow continuous wiping.
Once the car starts moving again, the wipers return to their original speed.
Any manual action on switch 1 overrides and cancels this automatic function.
Windshield washer
Windshield washer
Activating the front windshield washer
With the ignition on, pull switch 1 toward you and release it.
A brief press activates the washer fluid and triggers a few wiper sweeps.
A longer pull sprays more fluid, followed by two wiper sweeps and a third wipe after a few seconds (drip-wipe function).
Rear wiper/Wiper-sprayer
Rear windshield wiper
Off: The rear windshield wiper is turned off.
Intermittent wiping: The wiper moves at intervals of a few seconds. The frequency adjusts based on the vehicle speed.
Slow continuous wiping: The rear wiper operates continuously at low speed.
To stop the operation, turn ring 3 back to the off position.
Rear windshield washer
With the ignition on, push switch 1 away from you and release it.
A brief press activates the rear washer fluid and triggers a few wiper sweeps.
A longer press activates both the front and rear washers. The rear wiper then performs two wipes, followed by a third after a few seconds (drip-wipe function).
Release the switch to stop the spray function. The rear wiper will continue to operate briefly.