Would damage be done to a car if winshield wiper fluid was added into the coolant reservoir?

Question

Would damage be done to a car if winshield wiper fluid was added into the coolant reservoir?

Answer 1

There COULD be damage.  The greatest danger would be overheating.  The cooling system would need to be thoroughly flushed and refilled.

Answer 2

It probably won't hurt it but I would flush the cooling system just because that's not what's supposed to be in there. It gives you a good reason to flush the cooling system before winter.How much was put in there?

Answer 3

Depends on how much you put in it. If it was a small amount you should be fine. You should be able to remove the coolant reservoir and empty it and start over if you put alot in it.

Answer 4

how much was missing

1/2 a cup

drain reservoir not prob

if rad was empty then u will over heat engine

flush engine refill new coolant

windshield washer fluid foam

Answer 5

Not much but I'd still flush it and put in a good mix of distilled water and antifreeze.

Answer 6

No. You could just drain the reservoir out....but no it shouldnt hurt anything.

Be glad coolant wasn't added to the washer fluid, Anti-freeze is a mess on a winshield. It smears and never dry's.