How to Fill the Windshield Washer Fluid in a Subaru Outback
Few cars are as versatile and rugged as the Subaru Outback. Unless it gets routine maintenance, however, it won't perform up to its own lofty standards. To keep your Outback running strong, refill the windshield washer fluid between oil changes and checkups.
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Instructions
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Turn your Outback off and remove the keys from the ignition. Engage the car's emergency brake so it stays still while you work on it.
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Find and pull the hood release latch located beneath the steering column and instrument panel.
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Step out of your Outback and find the auxiliary release latch located beneath its hood. Tug up on the latch to open the hood.
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Use the prop rod from the edge of the engine compartment to hold the hood open. If you own an Outback made after 2005, the hood's hydraulic lift cylinders will hold it open.
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Locate the windshield washer fluid reservoir beneath the engine coolant reservoir in the bottom left part of the engine compartment.
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Pull the reservoir cap open, place a funnel into the opening and fill the reservoir with fluid or properly-diluted concentrate. Be careful not to overfill the reservoir and spill fluid into the compartnemnt.
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Remove the funnel, close the reservoir cap and lower the hood.
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Tips & Warnings
Use windshield washer fluid with antifreeze protection if you drive your Outback in temperatures below 40 degrees F.
