
The windshield washer fluid for the New Sylphy should be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir located at the bottom left corner of the engine compartment, marked with an indicator light-like symbol. Windshield washer fluid is a consumable item in vehicle use, and high-quality automotive windshield washer fluid is mainly composed of water, alcohol, ethylene glycol, corrosion inhibitors, and various surfactants. Taking the 2021 manual comfort version of the Sylphy as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4631mm, width 1760mm, height 1503mm, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 122PS, maximum power of 90kW, maximum torque of 155Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

A few days ago, I just topped up the windshield washer fluid for my new Sylphy at home, and it was super easy. Open the hood, look for the small blue cap on the left side near the windshield—the reservoir with the washer symbol is the one. Slowly pour in the windshield washer fluid from the bottle, making sure not to exceed the MAX line. In winter, remember to switch to an antifreeze-type washer fluid; otherwise, the low temperatures up north can freeze and crack the pipes. I usually keep half a bottle of washer fluid in the trunk as a backup—it’s especially useful for long trips. On the highway, bugs splatter all over the windshield, but a few sprays will clear it right up. After filling, make sure to snap the cap shut tightly, or dust can get in and clog the nozzles.

As a frequent visitor to auto repair shops, I refill windshield washer fluid for customers' new Sylphys every week. Remember these three steps: First, press the hood release switch under the steering wheel, then go to the front of the car and lift the hood by feeling for the latch. Look towards the right front - the plastic reservoir cap is light blue and much smaller than the oil filler port. Just pour in regular windshield cleaner (the kind that costs about 20 yuan for a big jug at supermarkets works fine). In summer, you can use a formula that removes insect residue. Pour slowly - the reservoir neck has a narrow funnel design to prevent spills onto the engine. The fluid level should reach the middle mark on the transparent scale on the side of the reservoir.

Last week when washing the car, I just refilled the windshield washer fluid for my daughter's new Sylphy. Located the hood release handle in the driver's footwell and gave it a pull, the hood popped open slightly. The blue cap with a wavy spray pattern next to the black coolant reservoir on the front right side of the engine bay is where you pour it. Always clean dust around the filler neck before adding fluid to prevent contaminants entering the system. A new car takes about 2 liters to fill completely, though nozzle consumption increases over time. Remember to top up regularly - operating wipers without fluid accelerates rubber blade wear. While you're there, inspect the wiper blades and replace if aged. It's not a safety item but greatly improves visibility.


