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MustangKillr · 11-11-2009, 11:39 AM

I know what you're probably thinking, this is going to be a stupid question and it'll probably sound like it, but I can't figure out the problem at all. For some reason my windshield wiper fluid isn't deploying when I pull the switch = /. I tried replacing the fuses, I checked the connector on the tank, and yes, there is fluid in the reservoir. Anyone know the problem?

Mr_Draco · 11-11-2009, 02:11 PM

Have you checked the hoses and where the fluid exits to spray on the windshield to see if they are clogged?

MustangKillr · 11-12-2009, 12:42 AM

I haven't checked the hoses yet. Where are they located? I think it's something electrical because this happened immediately after I got my neon wired.

helmincamaro · 11-17-2009, 09:36 PM

mine did the same thing, but I found out by accident what was wrong one day. Instead of twisting the end of the lever, try pushing forward on the tab with the windshield wiper fluid picture. it worked on mine

MustangKillr · 11-18-2009, 12:24 AM

Thanks for the input, but sadly that it isn't the problem. It's recognizing the I'm hitting the lever because as soon as I do the windshield wipers go across the windshield three or four times, but no fluid comes out :(.

Conflict · 11-18-2009, 01:41 AM

see if the pores are clogged where it sprays from

MustangKillr · 11-18-2009, 10:40 AM

They aren't, I checked those. I'm thinking that it could be that the hose to the reservoir has popped off, or it's something electrical.

Angrybird 12 · 11-18-2009, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by MustangKillr

I know what you're probably thinking, this is going to be a stupid question and it'll probably sound like it, but I can't figure out the problem at all. For some reason my windshield wiper fluid isn't deploying when I pull the switch = /. I tried replacing the fuses, I checked the connector on the tank, and yes, there is fluid in the reservoir. Anyone know the problem?

on my HHR you have to hold the lever for the washer in for a few seconds for the water to spray out and then when you release it the water will quit and the wipers will go 3 or 4 times then park... try that.

Ant32894 · 11-19-2009, 08:21 AM

I have a quick question. On my 95 when I do the wipers, the fluid sprays all over the winshield like it is supposed to, but them also gets onto the drivers side of the car, and a little on the roof. Something wrong with my sprayer? And my wipers stop in the middle when I stop the wipers, I am guessing thats wrong. I have to play with it to get it back down all the way. Any help here?

Mr_Draco · 11-19-2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Ant32894

I have a quick question. On my 95 when I do the wipers, the fluid sprays all over the winshield like it is supposed to, but them also gets onto the drivers side of the car, and a little on the roof. Something wrong with my sprayer?

All the cars we've owned that just sprays on the windshield have done this and I hate it

. I wish someone would become smart enough to add an adjustable pressure control to the sprayer.

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And my wipers stop in the middle when I stop the wipers, I am guessing thats wrong. I have to play with it to get it back down all the way. Any help here?

Yea this is wrong. They are suppose to keep going for a couple times after you let the control go.

Ant32894 · 11-19-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

All the cars we've owned that just sprays on
Yea this is wrong. They are suppose to keep going for a couple times after you let the control go.

After I let go of the control, they go a few times (1-2 more) and stop in the middle of the windshield

Mr_Draco · 11-19-2009, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Ant32894

After I let go of the control, they go a few times (1-2 more) and stop in the middle of the windshield

Does it do this when you use them normally? You might need a new motor or control assembly (not sure what it is actually called).

Ant32894 · 11-19-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr_Draco

Does it do this when you use them normally? You might need a new motor or control assembly (not sure what it is actually called).

No it does not do this when normal use. When you have them going, like in the raid, it is perfectly fine. Just when turning them off.

Mr_Draco · 11-19-2009, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Ant32894

No it does not do this when normal use. When you have them going, like in the raid, it is perfectly fine. Just when turning them off.

Well that's what I meant, if it does it when you turn them off after normal use and not just for rinsing the windshield. Sounds like to me either the motor or the linkage (if only one side does it then most likely it's the linkage).

11-11-2009, 11:39 AM	#1
MustangKillr Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Portland, TN Posts: 165 View My Garage	Windshield wiper question I know what you're probably thinking, this is going to be a stupid question and it'll probably sound like it, but I can't figure out the problem at all. For some reason my windshield wiper fluid isn't deploying when I pull the switch = /. I tried replacing the fuses, I checked the connector on the tank, and yes, there is fluid in the reservoir. Anyone know the problem?

11-12-2009, 12:42 AM	#3
MustangKillr Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Portland, TN Posts: 165 View My Garage	I haven't checked the hoses yet. Where are they located? I think it's something electrical because this happened immediately after I got my neon wired. Last edited by MustangKillr; 11-16-2009 at 02:23 AM.

11-18-2009, 01:41 AM	#6
Conflict Loving the F body Drives: 97 Firebird 3.8L 5 Speed Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Palm Desert, CA Posts: 203 View My Garage	see if the pores are clogged where it sprays from __________________ My OLD Car 1995 V6 3.4L Camaro -K and N Air Filter http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=10174 Current Cars -Modified 97 3.8L 5 speed Firebird -2003 Toyota Highlander Past Cars -1985 2.8L 5 speed S10 Blazer -1995 Chevy Camaro V6(130k miles) -1990 Mercedes 300E(280k miles) RIP 6-08 due to a Mustang GT that did not pay attention

11-19-2009, 08:21 AM	#9
Ant32894 Youjellybra? Drives: 95 3.4l V6 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Shirley, NY Posts: 875	I have a quick question. On my 95 when I do the wipers, the fluid sprays all over the winshield like it is supposed to, but them also gets onto the drivers side of the car, and a little on the roof. Something wrong with my sprayer? And my wipers stop in the middle when I stop the wipers, I am guessing thats wrong. I have to play with it to get it back down all the way. Any help here? __________________ Animated Gif not allowed

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11-11-2009, 02:11 PM	#2
Mr_Draco Drives: 2SS/RS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Western North Carolina Posts: 7,181	Have you checked the hoses and where the fluid exits to spray on the windshield to see if they are clogged?

11-17-2009, 09:36 PM	#4
helmincamaro Official Lounge BAMF Drives: '97 Camaro Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Kannapolis, NC Posts: 13,576 View My Garage	mine did the same thing, but I found out by accident what was wrong one day. Instead of twisting the end of the lever, try pushing forward on the tab with the windshield wiper fluid picture. it worked on mine

11-18-2009, 12:24 AM	#5
MustangKillr Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Portland, TN Posts: 165 View My Garage	Thanks for the input, but sadly that it isn't the problem. It's recognizing the I'm hitting the lever because as soon as I do the windshield wipers go across the windshield three or four times, but no fluid comes out :(.

11-18-2009, 10:40 AM	#7
MustangKillr Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Portland, TN Posts: 165 View My Garage	They aren't, I checked those. I'm thinking that it could be that the hose to the reservoir has popped off, or it's something electrical.