1996 Ford Taurus Owner's Manual - Page 281

RWARNING Do not put windshield washer fluid in the container for the engine coolant. Use specially formulated windshield washer fluid rather than plain water, because specially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather (temperatures below 32˚F [0˚C]). State or local regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) may restrict use of the most common antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades, and windshield washer system. RWARNING Washer solution contains methanol which is poisonous. Observe all warnings indicated on label of washer solution. Checking the washer fluid for the liftgate (If equipped) If your wagon has a rear window wiper, check the reservoir for its washer fluid regularly. This is not the same reservoir that your windshield wipers use. The opening for this reservoir is on the right side of the liftgate opening, below the tail lamp. Refill this reservoir with the same solution you use for your windshield. To find out how much washer fluid the reservoir holds, see Refill Capacities later in this chapter. 284