Introduction to Windshield Wiper Fluid
Windshield wipers are part of the standard equipment in vehicles all around the world. They are an extremely important part of equipment as well, as they are responsible for the drivers’ vision levels thus ensuring the safety of both drivers and passengers.
Windshield wiper fluid is part of the system that allows drivers to have clean, dry and see-through windshields. The fluid is used not only for windshields, but sometimes also for rear window or even headlights.
The Importance of Windshield Wiper Fluid
Although windshield wiper fluid might not sound like something that is very important to have and use, the fact is that windshield wiper fluid helps wipers do their job far more efficiently. Windshield wiper fluid is what keeps windshields clean and what makes them non sticky. Also, in most cases it contains anti-freeze, which keeps the fluid from freezing when temperatures are low during the winter months.
Windshield Wiper Fluid – How to Check It and How to Change It?
When it comes to checking and changing windshield wiper fluid, it must be said that this task is one of the easiest of all the tasks related to vehicle maintenance. Generally speaking, instructions on how to do a task like this can sometimes be found on the bottle of the windshield wiper fluid, but if there are no instructions, it is easy to do by following these simple steps:
- Firstly, people need to know where to find the reservoir for windshield wiper fluid, which is easy to do by consulting the owner’s manual.
- After finding the reservoir, it has to be determined how much fluid is left in it and the fluid should be added if there is less than half of the reservoir full.
- The fluid is added after the cap is removed from the reservoir.
It is important that the vehicle’s engine is turned off when checking and changing the windshield wiper fluid and also that the right reservoir is found for adding the fluid.
Windshield Wiper Fluid – is it harmful to the environment and to the vehicle?
Generally, there are some types of windshield wiper fluids that can be dangerous both for people and for vehicles, by polluting the air and affecting the glass and metal surfaces of the vehicle. These fluids contain substances such as methanol and if people are concerned with the harmful effects these windshield wiper fluids might have, they should definitely choose a ‘green’ fluid. ‘Green’ windshield wiper fluids are totally environmental friendly and they do not pose a danger to anyone who uses them because they contain substances made from plants, which are 100% biodegradable.
Conclusion
All in all, it is safe to say that windshield wiper fluid is one of the most important parts of windshield wipers and that it is very helpful when it comes to keeping a windshield clean and clear. Although there are some fluids that contain dangerous chemicals, there are also “green” fluids available, which are both environmental friendly and highly efficient. |
