Refilling washer fluid

The washer fluid reservoir cap is located under the bonnet. Be sure to use good quality washer fluid.

The car notifies you when the washer fluid level is getting low.1

 Note

Reservoir capacity

Your car can hold 10.2 litres (approximately 10.8 US quarts) of washer fluid.

 Important

Washer fluid quality

  • Use washer fluid with a pH between 6 and 8.
  • If you use concentrated washer fluid, dilute it as instructed on the packaging and use clean pH-neutral water.
  • Volvo recommends washer fluid with frost protection in cold conditions, especially in temperatures below freezing. This is to prevent damage caused by the fluid freezing inside the pump, reservoir and hoses.
Open your car's bonnet.
Washer fluid cap location

Locate the blue cap with the washer fluid symbol and open it.

Pour the washer fluid into the reservoir. Avoid spillage if possible.
Close the cap and bonnet.
  1. 1 When there is about 1 litre (1 quart) left.