What is the purpose of windshield washer fluid?

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McFaith
07/29/25 8:57pm
Windshield washer fluid serves the following purposes: 1. Cleaning performance: Windshield washer fluid is formulated with various surfactants and additives. Surfactants typically have functions such as wetting, penetrating, and solubilizing, thereby achieving the effect of cleaning and removing dirt. 2. Anti-freeze performance: The presence of alcohol and ethylene glycol in windshield washer fluid significantly lowers the freezing point of the liquid, providing anti-freeze properties and quickly dissolving frost and ice. Additional information about windshield washer fluid: 1. Windshield washer fluid is commonly known as car windshield cleaning fluid and is considered a consumable in automotive use. 2. High-quality windshield washer fluid mainly consists of water, alcohol, ethylene glycol, corrosion inhibitors, and various surfactants.
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