How to fill rear window fluid?
Auto manufacturers want to make filling washer fluid simple and easy, so instead of creating a whole separate reservoir, they simply tap into that reservoir up front, and run a line all the way to your rear windshield. In short, to fill your rear windshield washer fluid, simply fill the reservoir up front.
How to fill up rear windshield wiper fluid?
Here’s how to do it.
- Open your hood and find your washer fluid reservoir—it’s usually a white, translucent container with a windshield/water symbol on the cap.
- Remove the cap(s) and check the fluid level in the reservoir(s).
- If the fluid is low, carefully pour some into the reservoir(s) until it almost reaches the top.
Where is the reservoir for the rear window wiper?
When I operate the rear window wiper, the wipers sweep but no washer fluid comes out. The washer fluid reservoir under the hood is full. The front windshield wipers wash just fine. Is there a separate fluid reservoir for the rear window wiper?
Where is the front windshield washer fluid reservoir located?
You are likely already familiar with your windshield washer fluid reservoir for your front wipers. It’s located under the hood of pretty much every vehicle, and it’s usually readily available and clearly marked. The back reservoir however, seems to be a mystery. That’s simply because there isn’t one.
Do you need to fill your rear windshield washer fluid?
Do you need to fill your rear windshield washer fluid? If you have a rear windshield wiper on your car, then you also likely have a little spray nozzle for windshield wiper fluid back there just like you do up front. Not sure where that fluid in back comes from?
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.