Windshield fluid in my ‘’power control unit’?

2024 TOYOTA VENZA
11,000 MILES • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TERRY COTTINGHAM
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I accidentally put about 2 ounces of windshield fluid in my ‘’power control unit’ reservoir, then siphoned off about 6 ounces from the reservoir. I have not started the engine since. Do I need to be concerned about damaging anything? What would you suggest I do?
Dec 21, 2024 at 3:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

If you have vacuumed off the washer fluid, you should be okay, you may want to run the engine, turn it off, and drain and refill it a few times again just to make sure it's all out.

Let me know if this helps and if everything is still working properly.

Take care,

Joe
Dec 21, 2024 at 9:25 PM
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TERRY COTTINGHAM
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Thank you very much.
I appreciate you and this online resource. It’s outstanding and in this day and age, free of charge, is truly a refreshing change.
Thanks again.
Dec 22, 2024 at 4:51 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

You are very welcome. Its people like you that make it worth it. If you have a chance, let me know if you run into any issues.

Also, feel free to come back anytime in the future. You are always welcome here.

Take care and Merry Christmas!!!

Joe

Dec 23, 2024 at 8:04 PM
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TERRY COTTINGHAM
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Thank you. So kind.
I have an oil change appt. on the 30th and have requested draining and replacing the coolant just to be sure I don’t risk any damage. I need to make a 400-mile trip before then and keep my fingers crossed it will not cause any damage.
Again, thank you very much for your help. You’re awesome and I will speak highly of you folks.
Merry Christmas.

Terry
Dec 24, 2024 at 3:00 AM
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Merry Christmas! JACOBANDNICKOLAS is one of our best and has been with us the longest :) Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
Dec 25, 2024 at 10:15 AM
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TERRY COTTINGHAM
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Thanks again.
I sure will!

Terry
Dec 25, 2024 at 2:02 PM