Expensive maintenance

[DuoRivians]

On a tangential note - once you get the low washer fluid warning, how long does the rest last before hitting empty? A leisurely online purchase, or a mad dash to the local automotive parts emporium?

depends on your use?

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[iansriv]

So can we collectively stop bitching and moaning about tire consumption? Too much to ask, I know. /s

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[Thedude]

On a tangential note - once you get the low washer fluid warning, how long does the rest last before hitting empty? A leisurely online purchase, or a mad dash to the local automotive parts emporium?

Wait a while before buying more otherwise you end up with the last little bit of fluid in the bottle that’s not really worth saving but enough that you don’t want to just dump it out.

 

[HaveBlue]

Blinker fluid is cheaper.

 

[UnsungZero_OldTimeAdMan]

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[Dark-Fx]

On a tangential note - once you get the low washer fluid warning, how long does the rest last before hitting empty? A leisurely online purchase, or a mad dash to the local automotive parts emporium?

About a week for me if it's the season where I am actually using the washer pretty regularly.

 

[Gamma rays]

I’m glad you’re not hooked on the Rivian fluid like all those other addicts here. Stay strong!?

I am almost too embarrassed to admit this. I was going to ask if it's okay to use the same washer fluid I have been using on my Hondas!

GR

 

[COdogman]

I am almost too embarrassed to admit this. I was going to ask if it's okay to use the same washer fluid I have been using on my Hondas!

GR

I am pretty sure it’s like blood type for humans. That fluid is type R and is only compatible with Rivian??‍

 

[Acoustic71]

Depends, if someone were to sniff your breath, would it smell like vodka?

More like Depends.

 

[Kgautam28]

I need to buy some of the stuff that goes below freezing again...or else it will hurt my wallet when the tank ruptures.

Just add plant based no dye dish soap to water and you'll have same effect. Also clears the oil on the glass much better. Not recommended if winter temps going below -6C

 

[zefram47]

Just add plant based no dye dish soap to water and you'll have same effect. Also clears the oil on the glass much better. Not recommended if winter temps going below -6C

I'm in Denver...we'll likely see -25C over the winter. Gotta use the good stuff.

 

[Nine_One_Six_R1S]

You know, the stock washer fluid, leaves a weird residue on the panel below the rear camera. I recall seeing someone mention they also had that issue with theirs.

Yep, I got these weird residue marks around the rear camera and in the cowl/windshield area. I already cleaned this but wanted to get all the liquid out from the reservoir. I think it was screened but did not investigate further?

Anyone knows if the screen can be removed so I can suck that out and put my own?

Looks like the water they used is very hard and has silt or something

 

[hansgieskes]

Just bought one of these. Maintaining my R1T hurts the wallet. ?

Damn Poor Man, Should we open a "GoFundMe" page for you?

 

[Hillbilly]

I keep hearing about this Rivian washer fluid that smells really good but I can never smell it from my car. Did I not get any with my car?

I don't think it smells good at all. I used it all up fast so I could put the normal junk in there.

 

[cptvitamin]

You know, you can save a little more money, and help the environment a bit, by making your own windshield washer fluid from concentrate. You can even save your vehicle from unnecessary damage by using precisely the amount of methanol needed for your expected temperature range. The “all-weather” or “winter” fluid uses way too much methanol because it’s one size fits all, including people who live near the Arctic circle. It will corrode and do all sorts of damage to lines and trim pieces.

Qwix Mix Windshield Washer Fluid... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QM2ZXRD?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Duda Diesel Meth 950Ml Bottle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQ9S8LS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Mixing instructions for your temp range are right on the bottle. You can make 32 gallons for the price of 2. Why pay to have What is mostly water shipped around the country, or more likely China or Mexico.

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