2013 Dodge Avenger Owner Manual - Page 443

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 441 When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, apply some Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from washer fluid to a cloth or towel and wipe the wiper the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with blades clean. This will help blade performance. petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor perfor- exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This mance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, rating information can be found on most washer fluid water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are containers. present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. Adding Washer Fluid The windshield washer and the rear window washer share the same fluid reservoir. The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level in the reservoir at regular intervals. Fill the 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. reservoir with windshield washer solvent (not radiator antifreeze) and operate the system for a few seconds to flush out the residual water. WARNING! Commercially available windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around the washer solution. 7