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My windshield wiper fluid dispenser is not dispensing. Reservoir is full, I can hear the little motor running, but after a tiny spurt or two on the right only...nothing. Outside temp is way above freezing, so it can't be that. Any ideas?
My windshield wiper fluid dispenser is not dispensing. Reservoir is full, I can hear the little motor running, but after a tiny spurt or two on the right only...nothing. Outside temp is way above freezing, so it can't be that. Any ideas?
Possible/probable, but how to fix and who should I take it to? The dealer?
You can try clearing the nozzle on the hood with a toothpick, piece of fine wire, or large needle. If the LINE is clogged someone may need to disconnect it at the pump, flush it out, or replace it. Unless you get everything done at the dealer or have a complete warranty in place, maybe a local independent mechanic could inspect and take care of this simple job for you. Just a possibility.
12V goes to the motor. Fluid is sucked in, passes through the lines, through at least 1 Tee, and out through nozzles. Start by isolating the problem.
Unless you have blade-mounted nozzles, the whole system worth of parts is probably less than $100
I knew it was probably really easy, but I'm going to have to take it to someone. I'm a little old lady without any of the tools, skills to attempt a fix.
I knew I'd get good advice here and I did! Thanks all. Headed to the mechanic tomorrow.
On some brands/cars - the nozzle on hood can get clogged with sand/grit. A relatively simple fix. Except most of the nozzles are brand specific.
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The black rubber hose has deteriorated. And this hose may be brand/model specific. Sometimes the entire hose system has to be replaced. If you live in a hot climate - the rubber deteriorates.
On some brands/cars - the nozzle on hood can get clogged with sand/grit. A relatively simple fix. Except most of the nozzles are brand specific.
OR
The black rubber hose has deteriorated. And this hose may be brand/model specific. Sometimes the entire hose system has to be replaced. If you live in a hot climate - the rubber deteriorates.
2015 Honda Civic. Not a lot of sand and grit but did travel over graveled mountain passes when this started. Live in the Pacific Northwest, so no hot climate.
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