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Old Feb 5, 2003 | 05:06 PM
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window washer fluid problem

My question concerns the window washer fluid system. When i spray the fluid it comes out all messed up and gets all over the hood. I took the the nozzels off the hood and they were clean. I could spray air and water through them fine. Then i checked the tubes that carry the fluid and they are all clear. So i assume its the pump. If anybody had any experience replacing their pump could you let me know if it was an easy task or a real pain in the a**. Also how much do you think it will cost me to replace the pump.....thanks
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 08:11 AM
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Re: window washer fluid problem

If it sprays at all it shouldn't be the pump but I never had that problem before so I don't know. Do you know you can adjust wjere the sprayers spray. if you stick a little nail or something in one of the holes you can move them around. They are a pain to adjust they either go to far or not enough.
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 10:40 AM
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yea if it sprays than it isn't the pump. the nozzle might have calcium buildup inside. anything that blocks the flow will have a wierd spray pattern when the water does come out. remove those washers and soak them in warm water with a lemon juice or vinegar for like 15 minutes. that should remove any calcium buildup. hope this helps.
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 11:44 AM
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Please tell me if this works, I have the same problem, and I'd rather have evidence that it'll work before I try it. Thanks.
Old Feb 7, 2003 | 12:06 PM
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I had the same problem. What I did was insert a pin in the little hole where the fluid gets out to the windshield. I think those little holes get clogged after a while. Hope this helps.



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