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1 Fluid level check
Check the washer fluid level through level check
window .
When the level has dropped to the lower part of the
window or is not visible at all, refill the tank with
washer fluid.
2 Refilling
1. Open the assistant driver’s door.
2. Open windshield washer tank cap and pour in
a mixture of windshield washer fluid and tap
water until the level reaches the top of the check
window.
3. Close the cap tightly after refilling.
CAUTION
• Substituting soapy water for washer fluid
could result in clogged washer nozzles or
spots on painted surfaces.
• Operating the washer continuously for more
than 20 seconds or when there is no fluid in
the reservoir could burn out the washer
motor.
NOTE:
When it is very cold, the ratio of windshield washer
fluid to water should be increased in order to pre-
vent the mixture from freezing up.
Windshield washer – fluid level
check and refilling
Windshield washer fluid
quantity
Approx. 3.0 liters
(3.2 qts)
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