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wiper/washer reserrvoir leak(?)

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by timo27, Aug 21, 2009.

  1. timo27

    timo27 Member

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    Hi All -

    When I add fluid to the w/w reservoir, bringing it up nearly to the top, it slowly recedes down to, apparently, approximately the top of the plastic reservoir tank istself. Before I raise it as an issue (among a couple others) with the dealer, is there anything I don't know about this? Some kind of bizarre-o reserve adjunct supplementary repetidundant reservoir that for whatever reason drains the fluid off into ethereal Priusland, or something, before coming to my eventual aid? There does not *appear* to be a leak (at least not under the vehicle) when I fill it, but if there is a leak, could it be captured by the plastic whatchamajinger that makes it more aerodynamic and adds a step to the oil change process?

    Anyone else notice this?

    Any advice, as always, is appreciated.
    Thanks,
    Tim
     
  2. firepa63

    firepa63 Former Prius Owner

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    Space is needed at the top of the reservoir for expansion...
     
  3. a64pilot

    a64pilot Active Member

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    Keep pouring, it will obviously fill up or the leak will become apparent. Sorry it's all I know to tell you.