Washer Fluid For The Liftgate; Wiper Blades - Ford 1996 Escort Manual

(temperatures below 32˚F [0˚C]). State or local
regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOC's) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,
wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
Washer Fluid for the Liftgate (Wagon only
— if equipped)
Location of the rear windshield washer reservoir
The wagon's rear reservoir is located on the
passenger side of the storage compartment. You
must remove the access cover to find the washer
reservoir cap. The reservoir must be filled slowly
to allow air trapped in the reservoir to escape.

Wiper Blades

Check the windshield wiper blades at least twice
a year. Also check them whenever they seem
less effective than usual. Substances such as tree
sap and some hot wax treatments used by
commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness
of wiper blades.
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