What to Do When the Windshield Washer Fluid in the Car Freezes and Won't Spray Out?
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The solutions for when the windshield washer fluid in the car freezes and won't spray out are: 1. Thaw it using the engine's heat after starting the vehicle; 2. Open the hood and let it sit in the sun. The functions of windshield washer fluid include: 1. Keeping the windshield transparent while driving; 2. Extending the lifespan of the windshield and wipers; 3. Preventing the windows from icing up in winter; 4. Reducing static electricity on the windows. The method for adding windshield washer fluid to a car is: 1. Turn on the wiper switch, and the washer fluid will spray out from below the windshield; 2. Continue until the spray nozzles stop spraying, then open the washer fluid filler cap and add the fluid; 3. Turn on the wiper switch again to clear out any remaining fluid; 4. When no more fluid sprays out, add more washer fluid, then securely close the filler cap.
A few days ago, the windshield washer fluid in my car also froze, and it took me quite a while to figure out what to do. The safest method is to park in a garage and wait for it to thaw naturally, but in northern regions where temperatures drop below -10°C, it might take half a day. If you're in a hurry, you can turn the heater to the highest setting and blast hot air at the windshield for about 20 minutes. Once the engine warms up, it will soften the ice. But never pour boiling water on it! My colleague Lao Wang tried that and ended up with a crack in his windshield. After thawing, immediately spray out the remaining washer fluid and replace it with a -25°C antifreeze washer fluid. The regular washer fluid you get for free at car washes won’t survive the winter. I always keep two bottles of concentrated antifreeze in my trunk, ready to mix whenever needed.
