What Causes the Windshield Washer to Not Spray Water?
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There are several reasons why the windshield washer may not spray water: 1. The spray nozzles are clogged. This is usually easy to diagnose, as it's unlikely for both nozzles to be completely blocked at the same time. Symptoms typically include reduced water flow or abnormal spray patterns. If the nozzles are clogged, the fix is simple: either replace the nozzles or use a tool to clear the blockage. 2. The washer pump is burnt out. If the nozzles or water lines are blocked (e.g., due to frozen washer fluid in winter), repeatedly activating the washer can overload and damage the pump, requiring replacement. 3. The washer pump fuse is blown. Blockages in the water lines or nozzles can increase the pump's operating load, often causing the fuse to blow. Refer to the manual to locate the washer pump fuse, check it, and replace if necessary. Dealerships usually replace fuses for free.