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Old 12-11-2007, 01:53 AM
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Front washer pump?

Hey there!

I need to winterize my car (a bit late, I know).

I'm going to get some brighter headlamp bulbs (Silverstars), re-aim the headlamps (seem to be low), new wiper blades...

And my from windshield washer doesn't work. It has fluid, but doesn't even make any noise.

I'm going to check for a fuse first, but I suspect I'll be needing a new pump.

Are these on the reservoir on these, or where are they located, and does anyone have a good source for these?

Thanks!
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Old 12-11-2007, 05:02 AM
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Hey there!

I need to winterize my car (a bit late, I know).

I'm going to get some brighter headlamp bulbs (Silverstars), re-aim the headlamps (seem to be low), new wiper blades...

And my from windshield washer doesn't work. It has fluid, but doesn't even make any noise.

I'm going to check for a fuse first, but I suspect I'll be needing a new pump.

Are these on the reservoir on these, or where are they located, and does anyone have a good source for these?

Thanks!

The Washer pump is located on the base of the solution tank...
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Old 12-11-2007, 07:49 AM
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The Washer pump is located on the base of the solution tank...
Thats the one for the windshield

The one for the headlight is located in the righthandside front fender and is a high pressure pump (differs from ordinairy windshieldpump) ie more expensive

It withdraws water from the same tank, with a separate hose

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Old 12-11-2007, 07:54 AM
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Hey there!

I need to winterize my car (a bit late, I know).

I'm going to get some brighter headlamp bulbs (Silverstars), re-aim the headlamps (seem to be low), new wiper blades...

And my from windshield washer doesn't work. It has fluid, but doesn't even make any noise.

I'm going to check for a fuse first, but I suspect I'll be needing a new pump.

Are these on the reservoir on these, or where are they located, and does anyone have a good source for these?

Thanks!
Don't get Silverstars. They're a waste of money. They blow in like a year and a half of driving. Get highest Halogens you can get but not Silverstars. You'll be happier.

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Thats the one for the windshield

The one for the headlight is located in the righthandside front fender and is a high pressure pump (differs from ordinairy windshieldpump) ie more expensive

It withdraws water from the same tank, with a separate hose

Rinus
Yeah, the OP has a USDM car, so no headlight washers. But, thanks for the info!
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Old 12-11-2007, 08:20 AM
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Hey there!

I need to winterize my car (a bit late, I know).

I'm going to get some brighter headlamp bulbs (Silverstars), re-aim the headlamps (seem to be low), new wiper blades...

And my from windshield washer doesn't work. It has fluid, but doesn't even make any noise.

I'm going to check for a fuse first, but I suspect I'll be needing a new pump.

Are these on the reservoir on these, or where are they located, and does anyone have a good source for these?

Thanks!
I think there is a relay for it in the cabin. Do you hear a relay click when you push the button with the car running? The pumps are fairly durable and if it goes I'd suspect it would be the wiring not the pump. Should be able to put a volt meter to the electrical connector and have a friend push the button to see if you're getting power to it.
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Old 12-11-2007, 03:41 PM
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Gonna try that, thanks!
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Old 12-11-2007, 05:40 PM
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Gonna try that, thanks!
Post up your results for the relay and what you're getting at the connector. I think I have a couple in the basement that are yours for shipping. Can't remember if their fused to the resevoir or not. Seem like I saved the whole thing as I couldn't remember how to remove 'em.
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Old 12-12-2007, 12:51 AM
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Very generous, thanks!
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Old 12-12-2007, 04:53 AM
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If you're hooked on SilverStars, get them from Osram and not Sylvania. The Sylvania ones are notorious for blowing out - I had two go out in six months in my old Outback Sport. They seemed to do more for aesthetics than actual output, anyway.

I had great luck with PIAA, however.
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