Windshield Washer System
Washer System Diagnosis
| CONDITION | POSSIBLE CAUSES | CORRECTION |
|---|---|---|
| COWL GRILLE NOZZLE WILL NOT FLOW. | 1. Frozen nozzle. | 1. Check heated washer nozzle operation. Repair system as necessary. |
| 2. Nozzle hose not flowing. | 2. Ensure nozzle hose is not pinched, loose, broken, or disconnected. If not OK, properly route or repair nozzle hose. | |
| - | 3. Nozzle or nozzle hose plugged by contamination. | 3. Clean nozzle hose of contamination. Determine source of contamination; inspect reservoir and clean system as required. |
| WASHER FLUID OUTPUT IS LOW. | 1. Partially pinched hose. | 1. Ensure washer hose is not partially pinched. If not OK, properly route hose. |
| 2. Reverse polarity to pump. | 2. Check for crossed circuity to pump. If not OK, repair circuit. | |
| - | 3. Nozzle or nozzle hose plugged by contamination. | 3. Clean nozzle hose of contamination. Determine source of contamination; inspect reservoir and clean system as required. |
| COWL GRILLE NOZZLE STREAM OVERSHOOTS WINDSHIELD. | 1. Nozzle not seated in cowl grille properly | 1. Ensure nozzle is aligned and snapped in place properly. |
| 2. Nozzle jet(s) out of adjustment. | 2. Adjust nozzle jets using a safety pin. |