Can Medical Alcohol Be Used as Automotive Windshield Washer Fluid?
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Medical alcohol cannot be used as automotive windshield washer fluid. Alcohol is a flammable substance with strong volatility. The vapor it emits can form an explosive mixture with air, and exposure to high temperatures or open flames may lead to combustion or explosions, resulting in severe consequences. After cleaning the windshield, the washer fluid flows near the air conditioning intake, and the volatile fumes can enter the cabin through the vehicle's ventilation system. The gases emitted by low-quality alcohol are harmful and can become an invisible threat to the driver's health. Windshield washer fluid, also known as windshield liquid, is used to clean the windshields of vehicles and other transportation tools. It is a consumable in automotive maintenance, primarily composed of water, alcohol, and ethylene glycol, and serves functions such as cleaning, antifreeze, and anti-fogging.