Maintenance
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Washer fluid
Washer fluid
Checking the washer fluid level
The reservoir is translucent so that
you can check the level with a quick
visual inspection.
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if nec
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essary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available. How
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ever, use washer solvent with anti
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freeze characteristics in cold
climates to prevent freezing.
Coolant
䳜 Do not use radiator coolant or
antifreeze in the washer fluid res
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ervoir.
䳜 Radiator coolant can severely
obscure visibility when sprayed on
the windscreen and may cause
loss of vehicle control or damage
to paint and body trim.
䳜 Windscreen Washer fluid agents
contain some amounts of alcohol
and can be flammable under cer
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tain circumstances. Do not allow
sparks or flame to contact the
washer fluid or the washer fluid
reservoir. Damage to the vehicle
or occupants could occur.
䳜 Windscreen washer fluid is poi
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sonous to humans and animals.
Do not drink and avoid contacting
windscreen washer fluid. Serious
injury or death could occur.