[CraigB]

Lack of rear windscreen washers.

There must have been too much distracting reflections for him to have noticed that there are rear window washers

[The Gonz]

In the interest of balance in perspective, I have also noticed at night that the radio screen reflects off the windscreen. I'd much rather a different angle in the console's design to eliminate this appearing just below the rear view mirror. Thankfully much of that light can be switched off - but not all of it.

And I have a dash mat, so no external light reflections noticed.

[asathorny]

I imagine that with all the glare from all those medals you'd be well used to it 

[Dazzler]

I have also noticed at night that the radio screen reflects off the windscreen.

We worked out for another member many moons ago (short female) that this can be helped by adjusting your seating position. Taller drivers don't seem to notice this as much and although of only average height my driving position doesn't give me this reflection in an FD i30. 

[ibrokeit]

There's a trick to solving the reflection problem which has helped me all my life......... Instead of looking AT the windscreen you look THROUGH it ( focus on the road ahead). It's amazing what you see (cars, trucks, pedestrians etc).

OK smart-arse - I'm well aware you can look through the reflection but at least you acknowledge there is a reflection problem.

Hehe - yes some of them are (actually probably most).  You will get used to it - remember to return fire every so often 

With all the replies here you would have thought I was imagining things (but then you have looked at the photo right?).

I did though it is pretty small - so I couldn't tell if my advice in message Reflection from dashboard would actually be of use.   Though looking at the windscreen near the pillar I think it might be - I am assuming the outside of the windscreen was clean... being there is no wiper marks (showing clean v dirty - from inbuilt window washers + blades).   The fogging has been mentioned and/or observed by some members, inc. myself, and you don't necessarily realise it at first until you disturb it.

BTW You can use imgur, photobucket, etc. to post bigger pictures if you wish.

[ibrokeit]

I have also noticed at night that the radio screen reflects off the windscreen.

We worked out for another member many moons ago (short female) that this can be helped by adjusting your seating position. Taller drivers don't seem to notice this as much and although of only average height my driving position doesn't give me this reflection in an FD i30. 

Ahh... good point.  I am a tallish bugger, even with the seat right down and back (assuming I am sitting upright) I don't have huge head/ceiling clearance.  So my angle to windscreen would be shallower than others - which, of course, influences reflection.   I never saw the point of the head-unit backlight off feature and/or button (depending on model) - now I get it.

[The Gonz]

I imagine that with all the glare from all those medals you'd be well used to it 

[cdgeorge]

I have also noticed at night that the radio screen reflects off the windscreen.

We worked out for another member many moons ago (short female) that this can be helped by adjusting your seating position. Taller drivers don't seem to notice this as much and although of only average height my driving position doesn't give me this reflection in an FD i30. 

Ah that would explain things - I'm officially a dwarf - thanks now we've got that resolved lets move on ...

[Raid]

Lack of rear windscreen washers.

There must have been too much distracting reflections for him to have noticed that there are rear window washers

Mine doesnt have rear washers on my i30 active maybe I'm not looking properly but can't find anything for it

[AlanHo]

It must have washers if it has a rear window wiper. The control is on the same stalk.

My rear washers stopped working once and water was dripping out of the rear hatch. The plastic pipe had come adrift - warranty repair.

[CraigB]

Lack of rear windscreen washers.

There must have been too much distracting reflections for him to have noticed that there are rear window washers

Mine doesnt have rear washers on my i30 active maybe I'm not looking properly but can't find anything for it

Other than the obvious icon pictured on the stick


You'll also see the water outlet in the base of the rear wing brake light

[Raid]

I'm pretty sure haven't seen any of these on my car

[AlanHo]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

[Doggie 1]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

It might be an automatic.   

[AlanHo]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

It might be an automatic.   

Watch out Dave - that might be taken seriously..............

[asathorny]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

It might be an automatic.   

Watch out Dave - that might be taken seriously..............

    I had to read it twice 

[AlanHo]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

It might be an automatic.   

Watch out Dave - that might be taken seriously..............

        I had to read it twice   

I just knew someone would have a job working out the subtlety of that .........

[Raid]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

Yep got a manual for my car saw the page aswell but will have to double check on my car when I drive it later on thanks guys

[Wingerdave]

Hey, it ain't just my arse that's smart   

[ibrokeit]

Hey, it ain't just my arse that's smart   

So your big toe is too?     Sorry couldn't pass it up!! 

[Wingerdave]

No problems m8 

[AlanHo]

The obvious way to cure reflections is to cover your dash with aluminium foil - the shiny side up.

The whole screen will then be covered by an even shiny reflection which will not be as noticeable as when there are odd reflections in different parts of the screen. 

[Wingerdave]

The obvious way to cure reflections is to cover your dash with aluminium foil - the shiny side up.

The whole screen will then be covered by an even shiny even reflection which will not be as noticeable as when there are odd reflections in different parts of the screen. 

Well, nothing more to be said 

[asathorny]

The obvious way to cure reflections is to cover your dash with aluminium foil - the shiny side up.

The whole screen will then be covered by an even shiny even reflection which will not be as noticeable as when there are odd reflections in different parts of the screen. 

Well, nothing more to be said 

I think your being a bit previous there !!!
I am sure that you can now buy non-reflective paints.  This could personalize the car with an attractive finish, maybe some nice polka-dot paint sprayed over the offending area would add value to an otherwise bog standard,  not to mention boring, factory finish.   

[The Gonz]

... maybe some nice polka-dot paint sprayed over the offending area would add value to an otherwise bog standard,  not to mention boring, factory finish.   

Great idea! I have a can of striped paint going cheap for whoever is interested, along with a left-handed screwdriver for those who may need it to help open it.

[Wingerdave]

Okay, there obviously was more to be said.......

[asathorny]

... maybe some nice polka-dot paint sprayed over the offending area would add value to an otherwise bog standard,  not to mention boring, factory finish.   

Great idea! I have a can of striped paint going cheap for whoever is interested, along with a left-handed screwdriver for those who may need it to help open it.

Yes, or striped....   excellent 

[AlanHo]

Upon reflection, I take it that your responses to my idea is a big fat NO..................

[eye30]

Anyone noticed the reflection you get at night when under sodium street lights

[Raid]

My previous 2013 i30 manual shows you how to use the rear washer on page 4-98.

Do you have a manual for your car ?

Thanks for your help I checked it and found it. For some reason didn't see it as I was looking on the rear but its build it the stop lights my bad but thanks Alan Ho.