How to Drain the Windshield Washer Fluid in a BMW X5?

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EliLynn
07/29/25 9:19pm
To drain the windshield washer fluid in a BMW X5, follow these steps: 1. Open the car's engine hood; 2. Locate and open the windshield washer fluid reservoir; 3. Insert a soft hose as far down into the reservoir as possible; 4. Siphon out the windshield washer fluid. Taking the 2021 BMW X5 as an example, it is a mid-to-large-sized SUV with dimensions of 4930mm in length, 2004mm in width, and 1776mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2975mm and a fuel tank capacity of 83 liters. The 2021 BMW X5 features a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 265 PS, a maximum torque of 400 Nm, and a maximum power output of 195 kW, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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