Washer Fluid

The windshield washer system must have enough windshield washer fluid to properly clean the windshield. Anytime you service the windshield wipers or are under the hood, inspect and refill any lost windshield wiper fluid.

Windshield washer fluid is available in automotive parts stores. The fluid is often colored blue so that it is easy to see in the washer system reservoir.

Open the hood and locate the washer reservoir. Typically, the reservoir is transparent so the fluid can be seen through the reservoir. Inspect the fluid level. Some reservoirs have a "full" line, but most are filled all the way to the top. If the level is low, remove the cap on top. Place a clean funnel in the cap opening and pour in the washer fluid until it reaches the correct level.

Most washer fluid containers will indicate a range of temperatures at which it will work best. In cold weather conditions, you will need to have windshield washer fluid that contains antifreeze or you will need to add windshield washer antifreeze to prevent the washer fluid from freezing.