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Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers

4. The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers
the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the
RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least
Pour thecoolant slowlyand monthly during normal use.
carefully so you do not spill any. On Canadian models: The low washer
Clean up any spill immediately; it level indicator will come on when the
could damage components in the level is low.
engine compartment. Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and increases the cleaning capability and
tighten it fully. prevents freezing in cold weather.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. the edges of the windshield wiper
Fill it to halfway between the MAX blades with windshield washer fluid
1. Make sure the engine and radiator and MIN marks. Put the cap back on a clean cloth. This will help to
are cool. on the reserve tank. condition them. Maintenance

2. Relieve any pressure in the cooling Do not add any rust inhibitors or
system by turning the radiator cap other additives to your vehicle’s Do not use engine antifreeze or a
counterclockwise, without cooling system. They may not be vinegar/water solution in the
pressing down. compatible with the coolant or windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze
engine components. can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
3. Remove the radiator cap by a vinegar/water solution can damage
pushing down and turning the windshield washer pump. Use only
counterclockwise. commercially-available windshield
washer fluid.

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