2012 Jeep Compass Owner Manual - Page 420

418 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 exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This rating information can be found on most washer fluid NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies dependcontainers. ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor performance of blades may be present with chattering, WARNING! marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as Commercially available windshield washer solvents necessary. are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be exercised when filling or working around Adding Washer Fluid the washer solution. 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). from a dry windshield. Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from the windshield. Make sure that they are not frozen to the glass before turning them on to avoid damaging the blade. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.