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Oops, anti-freeze as engine coolant?

Originally Posted by Jjaden Yes you are correct to assume I used antifreeze wiper fluid. I only added about a third or a container. After reading the thread it appears

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Old 01-10-2010, 09:55 AM   #8 (permalink)
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Yes you are correct to assume I used antifreeze wiper fluid. I only added about a third or a container. After reading the thread it appears I would be ok not worrying about it and will be just fine driving around.
The RainX washer fluid has other additives that will leave a residue on surfaces and repel water molecules, not a good thing for your engine. If you haven't started the car just drain the overflow tank, assuming that is where you added the washer fluid.
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