What to Do When the Car Washer Nozzle is Clogged?
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There are several methods to solve a clogged car washer nozzle: 1. Use a pin or similar tool to unclog it. 2. Clean the nozzle and then spray water a few times. Basic methods for diagnosing common faults in car washers: 1. Washer motor does not run: After pressing the windshield washer button, the washer motor does not run, but the fuse is intact. Possible causes: Open circuit between the fuse box power lead and the washer motor; Open circuit between the washer button switch control lead and the washer motor; Damaged brushes or open circuit in the motor lead; Open circuit in the control switch lead or damaged contacts. 2. Washer runs but sprays weakly or not at all: After pressing the windshield washer button, the washer motor makes a running sound, but the water sprays weakly or not at all. Possible causes: Blocked pipeline between the reservoir and the pump, or clogged nozzle; Slippage between the motor rotor shaft and the pump impeller; Low spring pressure on the brushes, severe dirt on the commutator, partial short circuit in the armature coil, or overly tight pump cover. Pressing the washer button causes the fuse to blow immediately. Faults in the electric washer are often caused by clogged hoses or nozzles. During maintenance, proceed from the outside in and from easy to difficult tasks.
I just encountered this issue - when driving on the highway with dirty windows, I tried to spray water but nothing came out! It might be due to impurities in the water clogging the spray nozzles. The solution is actually quite simple and doesn't require expensive repairs. I tried gently inserting a thin needle into the spray holes and moving it back and forth a few times, which dislodged the dirt. Later, I looked it up online and found others suggesting that using compressed air or reverse flushing with a water hose also works. For prevention, it's best to use distilled water with windshield washer fluid instead of tap water directly to reduce mineral buildup. Regularly checking the water tank and spray nozzles, and cleaning them during car washes makes maintenance easy and safe. Fixing it yourself is quite rewarding and saves the hassle of going to a repair shop.