Where to Add Water to the Windshield Wiper?
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Water for the windshield wiper is added at the designated wiper fluid inlet in the engine compartment. The method to add water to the wiper is as follows: 1. Pull the hood release lever to open the front hood; 2. Open the washer fluid reservoir cap; 3. While filling, observe the dipstick inside the reservoir and fill up to the marked line. Precautions for using the car windshield wiper include: 1. Replace or clean the wiper blades promptly when they are severely worn or dirty; 2. When checking the wiper's operation, first wet the windshield with water; 3. After turning off the wiper switch, the wiper blades should return to the lower side of the windshield and stop.
When I first started driving, I didn't even know where to add windshield washer fluid and accidentally poured it into the coolant reservoir – what a mess. Later, I learned from experienced drivers that the fluid should be added to a dedicated small tank under the hood, usually marked with a扇形挡风玻璃 (fan-shaped windshield) icon or a spray symbol on the cap, which may be located on different sides depending on the car model. Open the hood and look carefully; don't rush and pour it randomly. It's recommended to use dedicated cleaning fluid instead of plain tap water to avoid freezing, clogging, or ineffective cleaning. Remember to check the fluid level during each maintenance service and top it up when it's low. Otherwise, poor visibility during rainy days can lead to accidents. Developing good habits makes driving safer. Adding it yourself is simple and saves frequent trips to the repair shop.
