This video covers basic windshield washer system operation dignosis if the windshield washer is not working and repair.
Toyota rav4 windshield washer fluid not working.
If you hear the pump going but don t get fluid you probably have clogged windshield washer nozzles.
If the result is not as specified replace the washer motor and pump assembly.
At the ends of the tubing are nozzles that spray the fluid onto the windshield where your wipers can use it to clean dirt and debris from the glass.
Pour windshield washer fluid up to the tank s fill line.
Open the bottle and pour it directly into the tank s spout.
Check that washer fluid flows from the washer jar.
Clear clogged windshield washer nozzles.
Follow these steps to determine why your windshield washer fluid is not flowing freely and soon you ll be driving with clean windows again.
If the tank is empty.
Washer fluid flows from the washer jar.
What to do if your windshield wipers aren t working.
Lift the hood and trace the washer hose from the nozzles back to the reservoir.
The problem may be something simple like a disconnected hose or dirt in the spray nozzle.
First let s rule out the most obvious and easy to solve problem.
Connect the battery s positive lead to terminal 1 of the washer motor and pump and the negative lead to terminal 2.
Check the washer fluid.
Clear the clogged windshield washer nozzle with a pin then use compressed air to blow the debris backward through the hose.
If you re worried about spilling the fluid put a funnel in the spout.
Fill the washer jar with washer fluid.
The electronic connections seem to be working.
After noticing my windshield washer pump was not working i checked the line and it s not clogged on my 88 cressida i decided to replace it.