How do you adjust the speed of your Ford windscreen wipers?

Want to know how to properly manage your vehicle's automatic and manual wiper settings? Learn how to easily configure Ford's rain-sensing "Auto wipers" and adjust manual intermittent speeds to ensure maximum visibility in any weather.

Many modern Ford vehicles feature an intelligent "Auto wipers" system that utilizes a rain sensor to automatically adjust wiper speed based on the amount of moisture on your windshield. To get the most out of this feature, or to switch back to traditional manual controls, you can easily customize the settings to suit your driving preferences.

Accessing Auto wiper Settings: To customize your automatic wipers, use your vehicle’s center touchscreen or instrument cluster display:

1. Navigate to the vehicle's Settings menu.
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Choose Wipers.
4. Toggle the Rain Sensing (or Auto wipers) feature on or off.

When Rain Sensing is ON (Automatic Mode): When active, your wipers will turn on automatically when moisture is detected. Instead of setting a fixed speed, the rotary dial on your wiper stalk controls the sensitivity of the rain sensor:

• High Sensitivity: The wipers will trigger when the sensor detects even a tiny amount of water on the glass.
• Low Sensitivity: The wipers will only activate when a larger volume of water is detected.

When Rain Sensing is OFF (Manual Intermittent Mode): If you prefer traditional controls, turning the rain-sensing feature off reverts the system to standard manual operation. When you select the intermittent wipe position, the rotary control dial changes its function:

• It now directly adjusts the speed or interval delay between wipes, allowing you to set a constant, predictable rhythm.

For precise instructions and diagram locations tailored specifically to your Ford model, please refer to your digital Owner's Manual or contact your local authorized Ford dealer.