Where is the windshield washer fluid reservoir located on the Audi Q5?

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OMiles
07/24/25 1:55pm
Audi Q5's windshield washer fluid reservoir is located at the rear side of the engine hood pressure strut, with a washer symbol on the cap. The Audi Q5's washer fluid capacity is 5L, and it should be refilled appropriately according to the remaining amount. Windshield washer fluid is a consumable item without a fixed refill cycle, depending on the frequency of use by the owner. The Audi Q5 windshield washer fluid refill procedure is as follows: 1. Turn on the wiper operation switch, and the washer fluid will spray from below the front windshield. 2. When no fluid sprays out, open the washer fluid filler cap and add a small amount of new washer fluid. 3. Turn on the wiper operation switch again to flush out the remaining old washer fluid. 4. When no fluid sprays from the nozzles, add approximately 4L of washer fluid. 5. After completion, securely close the washer fluid cap.
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McEverett
08/11/25 7:51am
I've been driving an Audi Q5 for several years, and adding windshield washer fluid is really simple. Open the hood, look for the small blue cap near the windshield with the wiper symbol on it, located at the front left corner on the driver's side. First, turn off the engine, pull the lever under the steering wheel to unlock the hood, then open it to see the reservoir. Just pour in the specially purchased windshield washer fluid, but don't overfill it, or it will spill when driving. In summer, I usually use regular cleaning fluid, and in winter, I switch to an antifreeze type to prevent the pipes from freezing and clogging. This task takes just a minute or two, and I check it every time I wash the car to ensure clear visibility and safe driving.
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