Will long-term lack of windshield washer fluid cause any problems for cars?

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JaxsonRose
07/29/25 12:16pm
Long-term lack of windshield washer fluid will have impacts on cars, with specific effects as follows: Effect 1: Without adding windshield washer fluid, using the wipers may burn out the washer pump motor, as the fluid provides lubrication and cooling for the pump motor. Effect 2: Without windshield washer fluid, drivers cannot clean the front windshield promptly while driving, which may affect driving visibility. Relevant information about windshield washer fluid is as follows: Windshield washer fluid (also known as windshield-washer or windscreen fluid) is a liquid used to clean the windshields of vehicles and other means of transportation, and it is a consumable in automotive use. Composition and functions: It is mainly composed of water, alcohol, ethylene glycol, etc., and has functions such as cleaning, antifreeze, and anti-fog.
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