How Do You Troubleshoot A Windshield-Washer Pump?
Follow these steps to determine why your windshield-washer fluid is not flowing freely, and soon you’ll be driving with clean windows again. The problem may be something simple like a disconnected hose, or dirt in the spray nozzle. Step 1 Turn on the windshield washer with the engine off and the key in the On position. Step 2 Listen for a humming sound to determine whether the windshield washer motor is operative. Open the hood and ask a friend to listen while you turn on the windshield washer. If you don’t hear any sound, check the fuses. Step 3 Replace the fuse if it is blown (see How to Fix a Faulty Car Fuse). If the fuse is not blown and the motor is silent, have your mechanic replace the windshield-washer motor. If you hear the motor humming, proceed to step 4. Step 4 Check the reservoir and add windshield-washer fluid if its level is low or empty. You can fill the reservoir right up to the top– usually it doesn’t have any full or empty indicators. Use a funnel to avoid spills. S
