Where to Add Windshield Washer Fluid in Hyundai Elantra?
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Modern Elantra windshield washer fluid storage is located on the left side of the engine compartment. Below is relevant information about windshield washer fluid: 1. Choose windshield washer fluid with cleaning function: Seventy percent of car owners add ordinary tap water as wiper fluid. Using plain water in Elantra is often insufficient to clean the windshield glass. It is best to choose windshield washer fluid with cleaning function, as specialized washer fluid can even prevent glare and static electricity. Select based on the local minimum temperature to avoid damage to the pump motor, washer fluid reservoir, and pipes due to freezing. 2. Windshield washer fluid has a freeze protection index: The biggest difference between windshield washer fluid and tap water is that washer fluid has a freeze protection index, allowing it to be used normally in environments below zero degrees Celsius, which ordinary water cannot do. Once tap water freezes in the reservoir, it not only cannot be used normally but can also freeze and damage the reservoir. Therefore, when choosing windshield washer fluid, select one with an appropriate freeze protection index based on the temperature environment.
As a car owner who frequently maintains my vehicle, I find it quite simple to add windshield washer fluid to the Hyundai Elantra. Open the engine hood, and you'll see a container with a blue or black cap featuring a windshield washer icon near the bottom of the engine compartment close to the windshield—that's the filling point. Use a small funnel or carefully pour in dedicated windshield washer fluid directly, being careful not to overfill and cause spillage. It's recommended to use high-quality washer fluid, opting for standard type in summer and antifreeze type in winter to prevent freezing damage. Ensure the engine is turned off before adding for safe operation. Regularly checking the fluid level is convenient, as low levels can affect visibility cleaning. A full refill lasts a while, so don't wait until it's empty to top it up.
