Washer fluid only works sometimes
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Washer fluid only works sometimes
So I've been having a problem with my washer fluid only spraying some of the time. It seems to be completely random as to when it does or doesn't spray.
I have tested both the pump and connector separately and they both seem to be working fine. I put everything back together and it worked fine for a few days, then suddenly stopped working, then it worked for awhile, and now it doesn't work again.
I've checked the lines and they are not clogged or kinked either. Could it be a problem with the switch?
I have tested both the pump and connector separately and they both seem to be working fine. I put everything back together and it worked fine for a few days, then suddenly stopped working, then it worked for awhile, and now it doesn't work again.
I've checked the lines and they are not clogged or kinked either. Could it be a problem with the switch?
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From: Ideeho
Ive got a 96 and a 97. I have this problem on both of them occasionally. It seems that the contacts in the switch either get a little dirty or corroded. I have been able to bring both of them around a couple of times by just repeatedly and rapidly cycling the switch.
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My '96 has the 'works/no works' issue also. I push in on the wiper stalk, you can hear a 'click' behind the glove box. Wipers work fine, juice box level good, new pump, just erratic spritz. (I carry spray bottle now.)
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I only use the spray bottle when stopped. Law of physics derails the functionality of the bottle vs. the wind at 70mph and notable headwind. Also tossed around the idea of 'tear-offs' with a few friends and beers... (No litterin')
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Sounds like a ground issue or broken wire somewhere that intermittently makes contact
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It's about 50 bucks for a new blinker switch assembly
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It is driving me nuts. Especially since it's late winter and cars throw up all kind of slop off the road.
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I think I have a spare one from an old parts truck. I'm going to try to put that in tomorrow and see if it works.
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When mine was doing that it turned out to be some corrosion on motor connections. Also had a lot of crud in motor/pump, sometimes it would work & sometimes not. Replaced motor & it's worked fine last couple years