Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
Adding Washer Fluid
The fluid reservoir is located in the front of the engine
compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the
reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and
operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the
residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some
washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe
clean the wiper blades, this will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system
in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or
exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This
rating information can be found on most washer fluid
containers.
WARNING!
Commercially available windshield washer solvents
are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care
must be exercised when filling or working around
the washer solution.
606 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE
WaterDriving Through ....................... .472
Wheel and Wheel Trim .....................621
Wheel and Wheel Trim Care .................621
Wind Buffeting ............................44
Window Fogging ........................ .421
Windows ................................41
Auto Down ............................42
Driver/Passenger Window Controls ...........41
Express Up And Down ....................43
Power ................................41
Power Windows .........................41
Rear Passenger Window Controls .............41Reset Auto-Up
..........................44
Wind Buffeting ..........................44
Window Controls ........................41
Window Lockout ........................44
Windshield Defroster .......................111
Windshield Washers ...................... .170
Fluid ............................... .606
Windshield Wiper Blades ....................605
Windshield Wipers ....................... .170
Wiper Blade Replacement ...................605
Wipers, Intermittent ...................... .172
Wipers, Rain Sensitive ..................... .175
Wrecker Towing ......................... .584
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