2014 Dodge Dart Owner Manual - Page 576

574 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE When refilling the washer fluid reservoir, take some washer fluid and apply it to a cloth or towel and wipe clean the wiper blades, 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 Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with rating information can be found on most washer fluid petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. containers. NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depending on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor WARNING! performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions Commercially available windshield washer solvents are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces- are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around sary. the washer solution. Adding Washer Fluid 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. The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, and the fluid level should be checked at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator antifreeze).