W W A A S S H H E E R R F F L L U U I I D D
Checking the washer fluid
level
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if wash-
er fluid is not available. However, use
washer solvent with antifreeze char-
acteristics in cold climates to prevent
freezing.
WARNING
To prevent serious injury or
death, take the following safety
precautions when using washer
fluid:
•
Do
not
antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir. Coolant can severe-
ly obscure visibility when
sprayed on the windshield
and may cause loss of vehicle
control resulting in an acci-
dent or damage to paint and
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body trim.
•
Do not allow sparks or flame
to contact the washer fluid or
the washer fluid reservoir.
Washer fluid may contain
alcohol and can be flamma-
ble.
•
Do not drink washer fluid and
avoid
contact
Washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.
•
Keep washer fluid away from
children and animals.
use
coolant
or
with
skin.
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