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Windshield Washers Not Spraying

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December 18, 2013

My windshield fluid is not spraying, but if I disconnect the tank and lift it even with the wiper motor, it works. When I put it back in its original spot, it doesn't work. I can't figure that one out.

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By Leo from Detroit, MI

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December 18, 20130 found this helpful

The description of the system working with the resevoir in a higher position may indicate a pressure issue and that the pump is gradually failing. Test this by disconnecting the line, running it downward and activating the washer switch. If it drives fluid downward, (but not upward), it's not producing sufficient pressure and needs to be replaced.

 
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December 14, 2013

I have a 2005 Honda Civic. My windshield wipers work, but no fluid comes out when pressed. I don't hear the pump when doing this. Could it be a pump issue or something else?

By Don

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December 15, 20130 found this helpful

The jets are probably clogged. Or the line is kinked where you can't see the line for all the engine box clutter.

Try using a thin wire to clear the jets - you'll find those where the bonnet (hood) meets the windscreen (windshield) aimed up at the centre of your windscreen. They look like tiny nozzles, one on each side of the bonnet, and because of the location are easily clogged with specks of road grit, sand-dirt-mud, etc.

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You can find more tips on clearing clogged windscreen fluid jets by using your make/model/year+clogged windscreen(shield) fluid jets as a search term - the search should bring up several pages of Honda owner forum threads with great advice.

If that doesn't work you might want to have the car looked at by a mechanic who has the tools and training to clear the jets and check the feed lines to be sure there are no kinks.

If you live in an area with annual inspections it would be best to get this sorted before your car undergoes the annual because on the spot repairs are always much more costly than if you have it dealt with by the mechanic of your choice.

 
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March 19, 2013

My Vauxhall Astra's windscreen washer won't work, but the wipers do. I can't even hear the pump.

By Kenny

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March 22, 20130 found this helpful

Could be the lines are clogged?

 
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April 24, 2012

My windshield cleaner does not work. Could it be clogged? How do I fix this?

By Ellen

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April 26, 20120 found this helpful

I mean this very respectfully but is their fluid in the reservoir? A couple of years ago I had filled mine but two days later it wasn't working and thought something was clogged. Had it looked at by mechanic and it turned out there was no fluid (after just two days) because of a leak in the bottom of the reservoir. The thought never crossed my mind that it could be a leak.

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If this is your case it's expensive to replace (both the labor and the part) so if you know someone with the right tools and under the hood knowledge who might do the labor for free or low cost you can either order the appropriate reservoir for your car from a parts store or even try using the appropriate type of repair sealer first (probably also available at a auto supply store).

 
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February 7, 2015

How do I get my front washer sprayers on my 2009 CRV LX changed?

By Joe

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July 22, 2014

Washer fluid comes out of the hose when it is not connected to the wiper. When it's connected to the wiper, it doesn't come out.

By Anson C. from Detroit, MI

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July 11, 2014

I can't get my windshield washers to spray. All the lines are clear of any clogs and I checked all counting parts and used wire to clean out spay holes on top of hood, but they still won't spay. How do I remove them to clean them better without breaking them?

By ROBINANDTODD from Adelanto, CA

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April 6, 2014

The hose disconnected from the rear windshield. It sprays on the inside of my van not the outside of the window. How do I fix or reconnect? It is a Montana 2004 extended van.

By Diane

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October 17, 2013

Where is the windshield washer pump on a 1998 Acura 2.5 tl? I can change it if I know where it is. The tank is in the fender wall with no access.

By Bruce

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October 13, 2013

My 2000 Chevy Blazer has front and rear windshield washers with separate switches. The front washers do not work. The fuse is good. I plugged in a new multifunction switch and the front washers still do not work. The pump does not run on the front end with either switch.

By Bob M.

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July 20, 2013

The front and rear windshield washer are not working; they quit at the same time. I have tried blowing out the lines from the pumps. I also checked the fuses, tried two used pumps, and have tried putting in different relays (used). When I push the buttons neither one does anything.

By Gary R from Buffalo, NY

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June 9, 2013

I have a 2010 Sonata. The washer fluid pump not working. The wipers work so it is not the fuse. There are no motor sounds so I am assuming that the motor is bad. How difficult is it to change the motor for the window washer? Are there any guides out there I can review first?

By Joe

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March 19, 2013

My Vauxhall Astra's windscreen washer won't work, but the wipers do. I can't even hear the pump.

By Kenny

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November 10, 2009

Is it possible to fix the sprayers on windshield wipers? The pump works but they won't spray out right. They are the kind that are attached to the wipers.

 
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September 17, 2010

My windshield wipers won't dispense water. Is there a pump that works this?

 
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