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Adding washer fluid – Dodge 2011 Challenger_SRT - Owner Manual User Manual

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Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods

may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use

washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt

from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from

the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with

petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:

Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-

ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor

performance of blades may be present with chattering,

marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions

are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as

necessary.

Adding Washer Fluid
The windshield washer fluid reservoir is located in the

front of the engine compartment. Be sure to check the

fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the

reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator

antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to

flush out the residual water.
When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some

washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper

blades clean. This will help blade performance.
To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system

in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or

exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This

rating information can be found on most washer fluid

containers.
The fluid reservoir will hold nearly 1 gal (4 l) of washer

fluid when the message “Low Washer Fluid” appears in

the Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC).

368 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE