The windshield wipers are obstructed

Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement.

The wiper motor has been deactivated.

SmartKey from the ignition lock. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

or

button and open the driver's door. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.

Switch the windshield wipers back on. Remove the cause of the obstruction.

The windshield wipers are inoperative Switch the windshield wipers back on.

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