2014 Jeep Wrangler Owner Manual - Page 591

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 589 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 To prevent freeze-up of your windshield washer system in cold weather, select a solution or mixture that meets or petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc. exceeds the temperature range of your climate. This NOTE: Life expectancy of wiper blades varies dependrating information can be found on most washer fluid ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor containers. performance of blades may be present with chattering, marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions WARNING! are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as necessary. Commercial windshield washer solvents are flammable. They could ignite and burn you. Care must be Adding Washer Fluid exercised when filling or working around the washer The fluid reservoir for the windshield washers and the solution. rear window washer (if equipped) is shared. The fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment. Be sure to check the fluid level at regular intervals. Fill the reservoir with windshield washer solvent only (not radiator antifreeze). 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. 7