How to Turn on the Car Washer?

[VanKaden]

Method to turn on the car washer: Pull the wiper control lever towards the driver to spray water. Adding water to the wiper washer reservoir is also simple: Open the car's hood, lift the cap of the wiper washer reservoir, fill it with antifreeze windshield washer fluid, tighten the reservoir cap, and close the car's hood. In addition to antifreeze properties, the washer fluid also has anti-corrosion effects, preventing corrosion to the engine cooling system and offering rust prevention and removal functions. The freezing point of the washer fluid is generally around -40 degrees Celsius, with high-quality ones reaching about -60 degrees. The boiling point of the washer fluid should be at least 108 degrees Celsius or higher.

[VivienneAnn]

I know all about using the windshield washer! There's a control stalk on the right side of the steering wheel - just gently pull it toward the driver. Most modern cars have standardized this design, and a 1-3 second pull is sufficient. Remember to use antifreeze washer fluid in winter - last year my friend's nozzle froze and burned out the motor. You can fine-tune the nozzle position with a needle. When the windshield is very dirty, activate the washer before wiping to prevent scratches. Also, regularly check the reservoir fluid level - running dry can burn out the pump motor. Limit washer activation to 3 seconds max while driving to prevent motor overheating.

[VanLeonardo]

Operating the windshield washer is actually very simple. Reach out and hold the wiper control stalk on the right side of the steering wheel, then pull it toward yourself along the steering column axis (a gentle tug toward your chest). You'll hear a buzzing motor sound as the washer nozzles spray fluid. If you notice reduced spray pressure or misaligned spray patterns, the nozzles might be clogged - just clear them with a fine needle. Regular washer fluid works fine in spring/summer, but always keep the reservoir filled. Remember not to operate it continuously with the engine off, as this drains the battery quickly. A quick pull to clean the windshield is especially useful when driving at high speeds and noticing dirt accumulation.

[Daniella]

The windshield washer switch is operated by the multifunction lever on the right side of the steering wheel. For my daily two-hour commute, when I need to clean the windshield, I just pull the tip of the lever forward for 0.5 seconds to activate the washer, and the wipers will automatically sweep three times simultaneously. Modern car models have standardized this design, unlike older vehicles that required pressing a button. It's recommended to check the washer fluid level every two weeks. If you notice reduced spray pressure, the filter screen might be clogged. In summer, using tap water mixed with detergent as an emergency solution is possible, but it will shorten the lifespan of the wiper blades. Recently, I helped my neighbor adjust the nozzle angle because her car's spray was consistently off-target.