Windscreen wash problems

barney bear · 17th July 2015, 19:08

In the last 2 days our windscreen washers have stopped working properly. The pump is still running and a small squirt comes from the jets but that is it, I've put 2 litres of water in just in case the wash has turned to jelly but it hasn't helped. Any ideas anybody?

suzublu · 17th July 2015, 19:16

Filter might be blocked in the bottle, I would start there Tony, then fit Ford Fusion jets, miles better

75driver · 17th July 2015, 19:18

The filter in the washer bottle is most likely clogged.
There is probably a "proper" or easier method to unclog, but I did it how I had done it before..
I disconnected washer pipe (beneath the bonnet soundproofing).
Opened the washer bottle cap, connected the compressor to the rubber pipe, and gave a few quick blasts of compressed air back up thru the washer bottle. Plenty of crud came out. I then put a hose into the bottle, and let overflow for 5 mins, to get rid of any remaining debris.
No doubt someone will be along shortly to give the correct procedure for cleaning the filter.😄

barney bear · 17th July 2015, 19:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by suzublu

Filter might be blocked in the bottle, I would start there Tony, then fit Ford Fusion jets, miles better

They're on my to do list Ron

Quote:

Originally Posted by 75driver

The filter in the washer bottle is most likely clogged.
There is probably a "proper" or easier method to unclog, but I did it how I had done it before..
I disconnected washer pipe (beneath the bonnet soundproofing).
Opened the washer bottle cap, connected the compressor to the rubber pipe, and gave a few quick blasts of compressed air back up thru the washer bottle. Plenty of crud came out. I then put a hose into the bottle, and let overflow for 5 mins, to get rid of any remaining debris.
No doubt someone will be along shortly to give the correct procedure for cleaning the filter.😄

Looks like I've got a job for tomorrow then.

pm77 · 17th July 2015, 20:02

Also check the valve under the bonnet soundproofing (looks like a T piece). Disconnect the pipe from the washer bottle and try the washers. If the valve fails it can prevent water getting to the washers properly

stevestrat · 17th July 2015, 20:11

Cleaning the screenwash bottle is easiest done by removing the front bumper but it can be done by "keyhole surgery" by undoing the wheel arch liner. Remove the pump and rubber grommet/filter. Wash the filter in hot soapy water. Make a mild bleach solution with hot water in a watering can or similar, flush the bottle several times then rinse with copious amounts of water. Reassemble everything and refill the bottle.

macafee2 · 18th July 2015, 07:22

try putting a pin into the nozzle where the water comes out, it could be clogged

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75driver Posted a thing or two Rover 75 saloon, manual. Rover 75 Tourer, Auto. Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Newry Posts: 1,784 Thanks: 574 Thanked 443 Times in 371 Posts	The filter in the washer bottle is most likely clogged. There is probably a "proper" or easier method to unclog, but I did it how I had done it before.. I disconnected washer pipe (beneath the bonnet soundproofing). Opened the washer bottle cap, connected the compressor to the rubber pipe, and gave a few quick blasts of compressed air back up thru the washer bottle. Plenty of crud came out. I then put a hose into the bottle, and let overflow for 5 mins, to get rid of any remaining debris. No doubt someone will be along shortly to give the correct procedure for cleaning the filter.😄 __________________ 2006 75 Contemporary SE diesel manual (#1) 2003 75T Connoisseur SE diesel auto (For Comfort) 2005 75 Connoisseur SE diesel auto (Marmite duotone ) 2006 75 Connoisseur SE diesel auto (The last one?) 2009 E220 (For a change) 2018 L200 (For Big & Heavy Things) 1976 W114 250 Manual (For Sundays)

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stevestrat This is my second home ZT260 #243 (resting) Join Date: May 2010 Location: Prestonpans Posts: 22,571 Thanks: 650 Thanked 4,624 Times in 3,358 Posts	Cleaning the screenwash bottle is easiest done by removing the front bumper but it can be done by "keyhole surgery" by undoing the wheel arch liner. Remove the pump and rubber grommet/filter. Wash the filter in hot soapy water. Make a mild bleach solution with hot water in a watering can or similar, flush the bottle several times then rinse with copious amounts of water. Reassemble everything and refill the bottle. __________________ Steve T4 Location Map

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pm77 Gets stuck in Volvo XC70 D5 AWD Auto Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Darlington Posts: 926 Thanks: 5 Thanked 133 Times in 121 Posts	Also check the valve under the bonnet soundproofing (looks like a T piece). Disconnect the pipe from the washer bottle and try the washers. If the valve fails it can prevent water getting to the washers properly

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macafee2 This is my second home Rover 75 Saloon & Tourer Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Lincoln Posts: 14,972 Thanks: 1,630 Thanked 3,032 Times in 2,181 Posts	try putting a pin into the nozzle where the water comes out, it could be clogged macafee2