What does low washer fluid level mean?
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Low washer fluid level means there is insufficient windshield washer fluid, and you need to add more. The warning will automatically disappear after refilling. Windshield washer fluid is a consumable item in vehicle use, primarily composed of water, alcohol, ethylene glycol, corrosion inhibitors, and various surfactants. Reasons why a car may not spray washer fluid: 1. Insufficient washer fluid; 2. Leaking hose, such as a hose being chewed through by rodents or a hose connection coming loose; 3. Clogged filter screen, caused by using inferior washer fluid or tap water; 4. Clogged spray nozzles, due to wax on the windshield covering the nozzles or frequent use of inferior washer fluid; 5. Damaged washer pump or electrical circuit failure.
The 'Low Washer Fluid' warning simply means your windshield washer fluid is nearly empty! In my old car, whenever this light comes on, I know it's time to refill the reservoir. Actually, how fast you use up washer fluid depends on your driving habits – frequent highway driving makes the windshield dirtier, requiring more sprays and thus faster consumption. In summer, plain water can work in a pinch, but winter definitely calls for antifreeze washer fluid to avoid frozen nozzles. Remember to check for leaks – I once found a loose hose connection that wasted half a tank. It's smart to keep a bottle of concentrated washer fluid in your car; when the warning appears, just mix it with water and top it up – a five-minute job at most.
