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Old Nov 7, 2017 | 03:58 PM
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One of the sprayers the shoot the liquid onto the windshield is not spraying anything, the other side sprays a bit. Something I can do to fix or does it need professional attention? Thanks
 
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Old Nov 7, 2017 | 04:19 PM
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there are a couple of threads here that might be helpful in solving your problem if you have already tried to clear the nozzles with a thin piece of wire or something similar. that is the place to start. after that, just search the forum for "nozzle" or "washer" or something related to the item.
 
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Old Nov 7, 2017 | 05:01 PM
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Default Re: sprayer onto windshield plugged

Originally Posted by J.J.
One of the sprayers the shoot the liquid onto the windshield is not spraying anything, the other side sprays a bit. Something I can do to fix or does it need professional attention? Thanks
The nozzle housing snaps open and a ball shaped nozzle comes out, you can clean it with a small wire.
Pump some fluid through the hoses before putting the nozzle back in position, this will clear the hoses of any more potential blockage.
 
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Old May 26, 2021 | 04:32 PM
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Default Re: sprayer onto windshield plugged

I just forced a straight pin into the opening that was completely clogged and was able to get it spraying again like new.
 
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Old Jul 15, 2022 | 03:49 PM
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The nozzle housing snaps open and a ball shaped nozzle comes out, you can clean it with a small wire.
Pump some fluid through the hoses before putting the nozzle back in position, this will clear the hoses of any more potential blockage.
I am getting ready to replace my washer reservoir and pump because of slime build up. So if I remove the nozzle housing and the nozzle I would then be able to use compressed air and blow it through the hoses?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2022 | 01:46 AM
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Originally Posted by fyrepower
I am getting ready to replace my washer reservoir and pump because of slime build up. So if I remove the nozzle housing and the nozzle I would then be able to use compressed air and blow it through the hoses?
I would pull pretty easy on the trigger.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2022 | 06:34 AM
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Originally Posted by MrFister
I just forced a straight pin into the opening that was completely clogged and was able to get it spraying again like new.
Yes, that trick / fix works 99% of the time, on any car. Also a good way to adjust the aim of the spray, as the nozzle does usually offer a little directional movement.
 
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Old Jul 18, 2022 | 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by onehundred80
The nozzle housing snaps open and a ball shaped nozzle comes out, you can clean it with a small wire.
Pump some fluid through the hoses before putting the nozzle back in position, this will clear the hoses of any more potential blockage.
Does just the end of the nozzle housing open. I have been trying and the whole housing came part of the way out but I don't want to break anything. Should I try a small screwdeiver or pocket knife to try and loosen it.

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Old Jul 18, 2022 | 03:52 PM
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Default Re: sprayer onto windshield plugged

Originally Posted by fyrepower
Does just the end of the nozzle housing open. I have been trying and the whole housing came part of the way out but I don't want to break anything. Should I try a small screwdeiver or pocket knife to try and loosen it.

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Try this.


 
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Old Jul 21, 2022 | 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by onehundred80
Try this.

does the top of the housing come off? I was able to get the nozzle housing out of the cowl but I did not want to break any thing.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2022 | 10:54 AM
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does the top of the housing come off? I was able to get the nozzle housing out of the cowl but I did not want to break any thing.
The top just hinges up at the opposite end to where you press the clip in.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2022 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by onehundred80
The top just hinges up at the opposite end to where you press the clip in.
Thanks!
 
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