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Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2014 11:19 pm
by Zakbelle
Hi I've just developed a fault with my windscreen washers. When I start the car up or the first time i use the washers I get a really strong long spray of water and washer fluid but if I repeat it say after a few minutes I get nothing, just the noise of the motors. This goes on until i stop the car and leave it for a bit then will work again but only once as per the previous time. The rear washer is not affected by this and happily washes each time I request it to. Anyone have any ideas? ??
Re: Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 10:14 am
by X5Sport
Check the filters on the pumps. They are all on the washer tank. It may be you have some gunk floating about that is getting stuck when the pumps are run.
Richard
Re: Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 11:48 am
by Zakbelle
Cheers Richard, do I need to drain the tank before doing this???
Re: Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Sat Dec 13, 2014 12:39 pm
by X5Sport
It would save a mess, yes.
Re: Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2014 10:36 am
by Zakbelle
Cheers Richard managed to tip the header tank on its side to prevent having to drain and cleaned all 3 filters (the main one was very clogged up!) Back together and job done in 30 minute's
Re: Windscreen washers random operation
Posted: Sun Dec 14, 2014 11:55 am
by X5Sport
Something sine of us have found (self included) is that some screen wash concentrates are prone to 'growing' white gunk. I now only use the BMW one (you can buy it in 5/25-litre drums) and I have never had any more jelly in the tank.
Richard