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How Do You Use a Window Washer?

Published in Automotive Maintenance 2 mins read

The provided reference focuses on using the windshield wipers and washer fluid in a car. Here's how to use those features:

While the provided reference is rather limited, it refers to the function of windshield wipers and washer fluid in a vehicle. Here's a breakdown of how to use this system:

Using Windshield Wipers and Washer Fluid

  1. Locate the Control: Typically, the windshield wiper control is located on a stalk extending from the steering column. It might be on the right side for right-hand drive vehicles and the left for left-hand drive vehicles.

  2. Wiper Operation:

    • Intermittent: Turning the control to the intermittent setting activates the wipers for short intervals. Some cars allow you to adjust the frequency of these sweeps. Turning the control towards the "minus" sign reduces the frequency, while turning it towards the "plus" increases it.
    • Low Speed: The next position down on the control usually sets the wipers to low speed.
    • High Speed: Moving the control further typically sets the wipers to high speed for heavy rain or snow.
    • Off: There will be an "off" setting.
  3. Washer Fluid: To use the washer fluid, you'll typically push the same stalk forward, or pull it toward you, depending on the car model. This will spray washer fluid onto the windshield, and the wipers will automatically activate to clean the glass.

  4. Rear Wiper (if equipped): Some vehicles, especially hatchbacks and SUVs, have a rear windshield wiper. The control for the rear wiper might be a separate switch or incorporated into the main wiper control.

In short, using a car's window washer involves activating the windshield wiper control, often a stalk near the steering wheel, and pressing or pulling it to spray washer fluid onto the windshield while the wipers clean it.

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