Other XC90 Problem: - washers

lesk · Dec 7th, 2010, 19:52

hi all,
my screen washers appear to have frozen up ( only -8 this morning), anyone recomend decent washer fluid that won't freeze in the pipes? Also can anyone tell me which fuse controls the washer fluid pump please?

thanks lesk

400-ascona · Dec 7th, 2010, 20:00

I have been struggling to find washer fluid that will go below 6 deg. Halfrauds, Asda and Tesco don't.

Big Stew · Dec 7th, 2010, 20:08

Tried to fill our washers up this morning, but couldn't because the screen wash was frozen in the 5 ltr container which we keep in the boot.

Rainedon · Dec 7th, 2010, 20:33

I screwed up in another thread. My washer nozzles aren't heated, the clear area around them was due to a lack of insulation around the fitting. Doh. But at least they worked.

The Auto Glym screenwash is comparable to Mercedes product, and cheaper. I have never known either to freeze, even when used in Aberdonian winters.

http://www.autoglym.com/engb/product...6VQ=GM&Range=1

http://www.motocare.co.uk/virtuemart...ear-screenwash

stevo48 · Dec 7th, 2010, 20:58

I added some neat anti freeze to my washer fluid, it hasn't frozen so far.

The Painter · Dec 7th, 2010, 21:39

Anti freeze can damage your paintwork, be very careful

nicklee · Dec 7th, 2010, 21:41

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevo48

I added some neat anti freeze to my washer fluid, it hasn't frozen so far.

NOT a good idea, antifreeze will remove paint rather quickly, ECP sell some excellent german made screenwash that protects to -60 so evem mixing 3 -1 will give more than adequate protection

The Painter · Dec 7th, 2010, 21:43

Anti freeze can damage your paintwork, be very careful.

Taken from the AA website:

"Windscreen washer fluid should be topped up and treated with a proprietary additive to reduce the chance of freezing in frosty weather. Don't use ordinary engine antifreeze as it will damage paintwork"

owenfackrell · Dec 7th, 2010, 22:38

I have some undiluted stuff from Halfords that I use and tend to make stronger then the normal amount I haven't had any problems with it freezing so far and you can addition neat if you need too which from memory is good for very low temps.

Clan · Dec 7th, 2010, 22:52

No one has mentioned the Volvo stuff yet! its £2.75 a litre bottle and works ...( been using it the last 30+ winters including 1981 ) dont buy those 200 ml bottles at £1.20 . Their spray de icer is the best i have ever used too , but they arent selling it this year .. at less than -5C the cheap car plan etc stuff is useless .

Dec 7th, 2010, 19:52	#1
lesk Member Last Online: May 4th, 2013 19:03 Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: newport	washers hi all, my screen washers appear to have frozen up ( only -8 this morning), anyone recomend decent washer fluid that won't freeze in the pipes? Also can anyone tell me which fuse controls the washer fluid pump please? thanks lesk

Dec 7th, 2010, 20:00	#2
400-ascona Premier Member Last Online: Apr 19th, 2024 10:05 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Derby	I have been struggling to find washer fluid that will go below 6 deg. Halfrauds, Asda and Tesco don't. __________________ 1997 V70R AWD, Saffron, Manual; Lotus Carlton; Ascona 400; Mini Cooper S Works; 4.2 Supercharged Range Rover; Land Rover Discovery 4; Suzuki GSF1200N; BMW R80/7; Velocette Venom; Daimler V8 250.

Dec 7th, 2010, 22:52	#10
Clan Experienced Member Last Online: Today 16:48 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: L/H side	No one has mentioned the Volvo stuff yet! its £2.75 a litre bottle and works ...( been using it the last 30+ winters including 1981 ) dont buy those 200 ml bottles at £1.20 . Their spray de icer is the best i have ever used too , but they arent selling it this year .. at less than -5C the cheap car plan etc stuff is useless . __________________ My comments are only based on my opinions and vast experience .

Dec 7th, 2010, 20:08	#3
Big Stew Member Last Online: Sep 18th, 2013 00:18 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Horncastle	Tried to fill our washers up this morning, but couldn't because the screen wash was frozen in the 5 ltr container which we keep in the boot.

Dec 7th, 2010, 20:33	#4
Rainedon Junior Member Last Online: Nov 23rd, 2011 11:44 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Truro	I screwed up in another thread. My washer nozzles aren't heated, the clear area around them was due to a lack of insulation around the fitting. Doh. But at least they worked. The Auto Glym screenwash is comparable to Mercedes product, and cheaper. I have never known either to freeze, even when used in Aberdonian winters. http://www.autoglym.com/engb/product...6VQ=GM&Range=1 http://www.motocare.co.uk/virtuemart...ear-screenwash

Dec 7th, 2010, 20:58	#5
stevo48 Premier Member Last Online: Jul 9th, 2020 20:08 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Halifax West yorkshire	I added some neat anti freeze to my washer fluid, it hasn't frozen so far.

Dec 7th, 2010, 21:39	#6
The Painter Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2015 16:07 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wisbech	Anti freeze can damage your paintwork, be very careful

Dec 7th, 2010, 21:43	#8
The Painter Senior Member Last Online: Dec 20th, 2015 16:07 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Wisbech	Anti freeze can damage your paintwork, be very careful. Taken from the AA website: "Windscreen washer fluid should be topped up and treated with a proprietary additive to reduce the chance of freezing in frosty weather. Don't use ordinary engine antifreeze as it will damage paintwork"

Dec 7th, 2010, 22:38	#9
owenfackrell Premier Member Last Online: Feb 4th, 2024 19:04 Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: southampton	I have some undiluted stuff from Halfords that I use and tend to make stronger then the normal amount I haven't had any problems with it freezing so far and you can addition neat if you need too which from memory is good for very low temps.

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