What to Do When Windshield Washer Fluid Freezes?

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During winter when temperatures drop, windshield washer fluid can easily freeze. Here are three methods to address this situation: 1. Sun Thawing Method: If the sun is strong, you can park the car under the sun at noon and open the front hood to let it bask in the sunlight. As long as the washer fluid isn't severely frozen, it will thaw after some time. 2. Warm Water Thawing Method: If sunlight doesn't thaw the washer fluid, you can add some warm water to the washer fluid reservoir. Once the fluid thaws, promptly drain all the fluid from the reservoir to prevent it from freezing again. 3. Garage Thawing Method: If you have access to a warm garage, you can drive the car inside and preferably start the engine. Utilizing the garage temperature and the engine heat will quickly thaw the fluid. Mixing washer fluid with tap water makes it prone to freezing. When draining the fluid, continuously spray the front hood windshield for a while until no more water comes out, then refill with washer fluid. To prevent washer fluid from freezing, it's also important to learn how to choose the appropriate washer fluid.