Windshield Washer Fluid - Subaru 1998 Legacy Owner's Manual

Windshield washer fluid

CAUTION
Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause
paint damage.
Check the level of the washer fluid at each fuel stop. If the level is low, fill
the fluid up to the neck of the reservoir.
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use
clean water.
In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield
washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl
alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temperature varies
according to how much it is diluted, as indicated below.
Washer Fluid Concentration
30%
50%
100%
Maintenance and service
Freezing Temperature
10.4 F (–12 C)
–4 F (–20 C)
–49 F (–45 C)
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