How to add windshield washer fluid to a Toyota Corolla?
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Toyota Corolla windshield washer fluid is usually added in the engine compartment. The washer fluid cap has a fan-shaped pattern on it and is typically blue in color. Simply open the filler port to add the fluid, with a total capacity of 3.1 liters. Here are some requirements for adding windshield washer fluid: 1. There aren't many specifications for windshield washer fluid, but never use tap water. 2. The minerals in tap water can clog the windshield washer fluid lines. Below is an introduction to the types of windshield washer fluids currently available on the market: 1. Summer windshield washer fluid, winter antifreeze windshield washer fluid, and special antifreeze windshield washer fluid. 2. Summer windshield washer fluid is mainly used to remove insect residue from the windshield.
As a veteran Corolla driver with over a decade of experience, adding windshield washer fluid is such a simple task that I could do it blindfolded. First, locate the hood release lever under the steering wheel on the left side, pull it until you hear a click indicating it's released. Then walk to the front of the car, reach into the hood gap to find an orange latch and lift it up to fully open the hood. Look for a small blue plastic tank with a windshield washer icon on the front left side of the engine compartment - that's the washer fluid reservoir. Unscrew the cap and pour directly into it, being careful not to mistake it for the nearby round coolant reservoir! I prefer using -20°C antifreeze washer fluid, and pouring about 3 liters fills it perfectly. After filling, securely tighten the cap, then firmly press down the hood until you hear the locking mechanism engage. Always keep extra bottles in the trunk so you can refill whenever the wipers run dry.
Last week, I just helped my bestie top up the washer fluid for her Corolla, super easy. Sitting in the driver's seat, I looked down for the hood release lever—there's a small latch next to the brake pedal. A gentle pull unlocks it. Then, walk to the front of the car, reach into the gap above the emblem, and you'll feel the secondary safety catch. Push it to the left, and you can lift the hood. Look for the blue cap with a fan-shaped symbol in the top-right corner of the engine bay—that's where you add washer fluid. When buying washer fluid, check the concentration; standard type is fine, but remember to switch to antifreeze in winter. I unscrewed the cap and poured the whole bottle in, stopping when I saw the liquid level to avoid overflow. Finally, don't forget to press the hood down with a click! The whole DIY job took two minutes, saving 80 bucks compared to a dealership visit. Now, dirty windshields can be cleaned anytime with a quick spray and wipe.
