Is the Auto Rain Sensing feature standard on all XK150s? I don't seem to have this function on my 2011 XKR .

I am looking at the wiper stalk and instead of the "AUTO" marking it reads "MAX"

Instead of five (5) detent positions (incl. OFF)on the rotating wiper stalk collar; there are only four (4) again, one being the OFF postion.

The option is listed on the original window sticker as standard equipment.

It appears there is a rain sensor behind the windsheild glass, but I haven't pulled the interior mirror casing to confirm

I cannot effect the auto function by using a spray bottle while stalk is in various modes, so I am assuming this option was left off by mistake, or special order. Otherwise, the wipers and washers work fine.

I'm not really complaining because I find some of these features to be overkill, but I was just curious about the discrepancies from what I read in the Owners Manual and the Shop Manual versus what is installed in the vehicle. And I don't drive it that much in the rain... If fact its never been in the rain since I owned it. :-)

 

Hmmm, usually the R models come with extra features such as rain sensing, etc. If you PM me with the last 8 of your VIN, I can look it up for you.

 

BMB38926 Thanks in Advance. Gordo

 

According to the 2011 US brochure they were standard on all models and your description matches the picture in the quick guide so I assume they changed on later models.

Have you tried putting the lever in the first position and playing a hose over the windscreen?

 

Thanks u102768 That was it! The first detent is the Auto mode. As Ed China would say, "Problem solved."