Problem with washer jets - MK2 Clio (52)

[Dan...]

I'm having some trouble with the washers on my girlfriends 52 Plate Clio.

The front washers are working, however they are extremely weak and practically dribble out. The rear simply do not work at all.

Firstly, I replaced the washer jets all round - This made no difference what so ever.
Secondly, I've just replaced the washer pump - This again has made no difference.

When I replaced the jets I took the hoses off and tested it just to check for any blockages in the hoses. The water came through so I don't believe they are blocked. However like I say when I connect the hoses back to the jets they do bugger all. I can't have purchase 3 dodgy washer jets surely?

Any ideas?... :banghead:

 

[Loz H]

Is the bung in the washer bottle (where the pump sits into) clear? It might be full of crap which would cause a slight blockage

 

[Dan...]

Is the bung in the washer bottle (where the pump sits into) clear? It might be full of crap which would cause a slight blockage

Just checked that too...

 

[Loz H]

Does the pump sound like its struggling when you pull the stalk?

 

[Dan...]

Does the pump sound like its struggling when you pull the stalk?

I don't think so. I'd say it sounds normal :/

 

[Loz H]

Not sure then mate! Is there enough fluid in the bottle?

 

[Don]

I would replace the pump...it might sound okay, but if the bit isn't 100% and there isn't crap in the jet outlet, then I would replace it. Remember it is 12 years old (pretty much) and has probably seen some action. I've just replaced both on my 54 plate 182 and it works brilliantly, whereas before it made the noise, but nothing else and was trickling out...

 

[Dan...]

I would replace the pump...it might sound okay, but if the bit isn't 100% and there isn't crap in the jet outlet, then I would replace it. Remember it is 12 years old (pretty much) and has probably seen some action. I've just replaced both on my 54 plate 182 and it works brilliantly, whereas before it made the noise, but nothing else and was trickling out...

I've already replaced the pump. That was today's job but like I said it hasn't help

Its really bugging me now! Lol

 

[Dan...]

Anyone else?

Really want to get it sorted.

 

[Loz H]

Have you definately got 12v at the pump?

 

[Dan...]

Have you definately got 12v at the pump?

I have no idea as I don't have a device to measure the voltage :/

Do you think it could be that?

 

[Loz H]

not sure tbh mate

Just wondering if there was only say 8-9v, maybe less, then the pump wouldn't be running properly