What Temperature Rating for Windshield Washer Fluid in Winter

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LeLincoln
07/29/25 10:45am
In winter, you should choose windshield washer fluid with a freezing point at least 10°C lower than the local minimum temperature. Here is relevant information about windshield washer fluid: 1. Cleaning performance: Windshield washer fluid is compounded from various surfactants and additives. Surfactants usually have functions such as wetting, penetrating, and solubilizing, thereby achieving the effect of cleaning and removing dirt. 2. Antifreeze performance: It can significantly reduce the freezing point of the liquid, thus playing an antifreeze role and quickly dissolving frost. 3. Anti-fog performance: A single-molecule protective layer forms on the glass surface. This protective film can prevent the formation of fog droplets, ensuring the windshield remains clear and transparent with a clear field of vision.
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