now i am considering to use proper screen washer fluid instead, after knowing that it's not recommended to use plain water as the proper fluid works better. now my question is: can i pour screen washer fluid into the tank as there is already fair amount of water left in the tank? if i mix them together, will it affect the way the car works?
2007-08-30 04:37:04 · 25 answers · asked by Physiologist 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
dont think I am wrong here but screenwash has to be diluted,as it not,and tapwater is used by 99.9% of users. what other water would you use if not tap water
2007-08-30 04:46:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The car engine and the screen wash tank are 2 independent systems. Why they say that the water will not work with plain water is because it is the same as washing your hands without soap. When you have a space in the washer tank put in the desired amount of screen wash and you will notice the difference in the effectiveness of it in cleaning the screen. You can do no damage using plain water or the mixture. You will notice no difference in the working of the car.
2007-08-30 05:04:40 · answer #2 · answered by ANF 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Screen wash acts as a detergent for your windscreen, as it's in a car that can get really cold it also contains anti-freeze so depending on the time of year you need to judge the amount of screen wash you use, i.e. 50/50 for winter, 25/75 in the summer.
Unless you know the size of your screenwash reserve just go for it and top it up or empty the reserwior and measure how much water it takes, etc.
2007-08-30 23:09:38 · answer #3 · answered by Wayne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just get a bottle of concenteated screenwash and follow the instructions on the label. 1 part screenwash to 10 parts water is usually fine in summer. Don't be tempted to use washing-up liquid as it clogs up the washer jets.
2007-08-30 04:45:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I bet you are the same kind of person who would ask if it is ok to use extra virgin olive oil in a rolls royce engine because its an up-market - posh car. The only reason screen wash is recommended is that it contains a mild detergent and alcohol surfactants to lift dirt from the screen. In winter, the alcohol acts as 'antifreeze' by lowering the temperature that water freezes at. For decades, plain water has been adequate to clear screens, and in winter, metholated spirit -meths- was added. You can buy either ready mixed or concentrated wash from either motor suppliers or supermarkets, whichever is cheapest, or nearest. They all do the same job!! 25% concentrate for summer, up to 50% for winter is usual.
2007-09-02 07:50:42 · answer #5 · answered by george d 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No problems will have been caused by just using water.
If you buy screen wash already diluted it will get stronger without worrying about the mix strength. With the amount of wet weather we get it won't be long before you are to refill with the correct strength mixture.
You will need to get the mix right for the winter or your windscreen washers may freeze, this will cause them to be inoperable making you come foul of the Law
2007-08-31 07:32:25 · answer #6 · answered by AUSTIN S 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it won't affect anything,its not connected to any of the cars other systems . don't worry about the water already in the water tank it will just mean the screen wash your adding will be diluted a little more.
2007-08-30 04:45:07 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you'd like to give your windshield a real treat clean it thoroughly with Stoners glass cleaner, (Walmart) automotive section). Wipe the windshield with Rainx Windshield Treatment. From this day forward use 100% Ranx De-icer wind shield washer fluid also avalable at "Wally World".
The natural "rain" drops will bead up and literally fly off your windshield. Offen times when other drivers are operating their windshield wipers, you will find that your wipers will not need to be used at all!
Never "cut" or mix any brand windshield washer fluid with water. The low temperature freeze point will be severly comprimized and the actual squirter nozzles may freeze!
2007-08-30 05:05:01 · answer #8 · answered by Country Boy 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It should not make a difference while the weather is warm; just use it up before it gets too cold.
Check the washer fluid bottle for the correct dilution in your area.
2007-08-30 05:44:45 · answer #9 · answered by Steven H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a psychologist you should be able to determine the truth of what is happening to the brain of your car when you infect it with strange substances. If the substance bubbles when you put it in, you should know that it will do no good. However, if the substance does not react at all, you will know that the car is lying. If the substance causes the windscreen to clear, then you will know that the substance is Kosher. If you have a degree, God help us all.
2007-08-31 10:52:23 · answer #10 · answered by Just William 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It Will be fine. Most screenwashes are supposed to be diluted with water anyway, and even if its not the duilutable type you add it won't hurt.
2007-08-30 04:45:11 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋