How to Spray Windshield Washer Fluid on Volkswagen Bora?
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Volkswagen Bora's method for spraying windshield washer fluid: Pull the wiper lever on the right side of the steering wheel towards your body and hold for 2 to 3 seconds. Automotive windshield washer fluid is mainly used on car windows and rearview mirrors to remove stains. The Volkswagen Bora is a compact car under FAW-Volkswagen, featuring a 4-door, 5-seat sedan body structure. The Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine, a 1.4T turbocharged engine, and a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, a 5-speed manual transmission, and a 6-speed automatic manual transmission. Its suspension system adopts a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension.
I'm very familiar with spraying windshield washer fluid, having driven a Volkswagen Bora for several years. The operation is quite simple. Once seated in the driver's seat, the lever on the right side of the steering wheel controls the wipers and washer. When you need to clean the windshield, gently pull the lever toward the steering wheel—that is, toward your body. As you pull, water sprays from the nozzles at the base of the windshield, and the wipers make a few sweeps. Release the lever to stop. If nothing happens after pulling for a while, don't rush to repair it. First, pop the hood and check the blue washer fluid reservoir cap—unscrew it to see if the fluid is empty. If it is, just buy a bottle of antifreeze washer fluid from a supermarket or gas station and refill it. Nozzle clogs are rare, but if the spray is uneven, use a thin toothpick to gently clear the nozzle holes. Spraying fluid can significantly improve visibility in bad weather, but avoid doing it on highways to prevent sudden blurring that could cause accidents. Regularly checking the fluid level is a good habit that greatly benefits driving safety.
When I first got my driver's license, I was extra careful driving my Bora and learned every detail about using the windshield washer. After getting in the car, the stalk on the right side of the steering wheel was noticeably protruding and within finger's reach. To spray water, I gently pulled the stalk toward myself—not too forcefully to avoid splashing. After pulling, water would spray onto the windshield, and the wipers would follow, quickly clearing the view. Releasing it stops the spray. Once, when it didn’t work, I panicked, but a friend later taught me to check under the hood for the blue-capped reservoir. If the level was low, I’d top it up with automotive-grade windshield washer fluid, remembering never to use tap water. If the nozzles clogged, I bought a cleaner to drip in and unclog them. While driving, I’d spray as needed—more often in foggy or bug-heavy seasons—but kept my speed low to minimize risks. New drivers are advised to check the fluid level every time they wash the car.
