Where is the rear windshield wiper reservoir?
For those who have never had a rear windshield washer, you might be thinking there is a separate tank to house the washer fluid for your rear windows. You probably know your main reservoir is under the hood of your car. This same one is going to provide the fluid for all your windshield cleaning needs.
Where is the windshield wiper fluid located?
Open the hood of the car and ensure that you’ve properly propped it up. Most cars often have their washer fluid reservoirs at the back of the engine bay. This is often at the bottom of the windshield. Once you find it, the windshield washer pump should be located in or on your washer reservoir.
Where is wiper fluid located?
Locate the Reservoir Release the latch of your car’s hood and hold it open with the hood prop rod. Look for the wiper fluid reservoir fill cap (see photo). It could be on either side of the engine compartment near the front fenders, but sometimes it’s at the back near the base of the windshield.
Where do you fill the front windshield washer fluid?
In short, to fill your rear windshield washer fluid, simply fill the reservoir up front. Why do trucks have multiple tow ratings? What if the rear fluid doesn’t work but the front fluid does?
Can a rear windshield washer be used as a washer?
That rear windshield isn’t washing itself! You’ll never know the convenience of a rear windshield wiper until you have one. It can be a real hazard when that back window gets covered in much and you can’t just pull over and wipe it down yourself.
Why is my back windshield washer fluid not working?
If you came here assuming that the back reservoir is empty (again, there isn’t one) because it isn’t working, then you might have an issue with a clogged tube or spray nozzle. This isn’t a typical experience unless you’re using dirty fluid or water, the latter of which can freeze.
What to do if your windshield washer is clogged?
You can check the nozzle in back to ensure that it’s clear, but outside of that, your washer system will likely need service work performed. Don’t try running other chemicals through your system to alleviate the clog as they could lead to further damage and they likely not fix the clog in the process anyway.