Maintenance and care

Washer fluid

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Add washer fluid in the following situations:

● A washer does not work.

● Vehicles without a multi-information display: The low windshield washer fluid warning light (if equipped) comes on.


● Vehicles with a multi-information display: The warning message (if equipped) appears on the multi-information display.

CAUTION
CAUTION ■When adding washer fluid

Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.

NOTICE ■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid

Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.

Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.

■Diluting washer fluid

Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.

Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bottle.

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