Windshield Washer

[Deleted member 995608]

I hate the window washer on my truck.

I hit the button to spray and the wipers move about way across the glass before the fluid comes out. Not a big deal but I hate that the wipers smear bug crap all over before the fluid gets sprayed. Anyone know if the timing can be changed to match up better?

 

[Larry Sciblo]

I feel your pain!!! I have resorted to NOT using the washer at ALL, until I get to a gas station to use their squeegee/soap. I hate smeared dried up bug guts...and here in AZ when its hot, just makes it worse. So I generally try to apply a good coat of wax on the windshield and RainX in the washer. However, if anyone has a solution to your request....that would be very interesting indeed.

 

[Newsa]

I noticed last summer when driving through Arizona, that the low windshield washer fluid warning on the dash doesn't light any more.

For the first few years, i would get a dash warning when the washer reservoir was low. But last summer in Arizona it went completely dry with no warning. I did like the convenience of a warning.

 

[kthaxton]

I noticed last summer when driving through Arizona, that the low windshield washer fluid warning on the dash doesn't light any more.

For the first few years, i would get a dash warning when the washer reservoir was low. But last summer in Arizona it went completely dry with no warning. I did like the convenience of a warning.

Do you use Rain X fluid?
I know there was some sensor issue with FCA vehicles when using Rain X, but I thought it was the opposite scenario......tank is full, but low level light would be on. Might be worth a look.

 

[AH64ID]

Just yesterday I was amazed at how well my windshield washer works. Towing across Eastern Idaho at 65-70 with a 30 mph head/cross wind. Washer worked better than anything I've driven.

I do use rain-x on the windshield, and rain-x fluid. I wonder if that makes a difference?

My 02 Jetta did have sensor issues with the rain-x about 2 years ago, but hasn't been an issue lately. I only buy rain-x fluid, orange in winter and green in summer.

 

[kthaxton]

I do use rain-x on the windshield, and rain-x fluid. I wonder if that makes a difference?

I believe the issue was resolved a couple years ago.

 

[Cummins12V98]

IMHO Rain X or the like are HORRIBLE products. When heavily raining they seem to do the job. BUT when it's misting and you have to use the wipers forget it!!!

I have always used 20/10 with great results.

 

[Newsa]

I steered clear of rain x because I didn't want a coating on my wind shield.

 

[AH64ID]

I have yet to drive in the rain/drizzle/fog where I've been disappointed in Rain-X. I have; however, been pissed when it's worn off or I haven't applied it to my new windshield yet. I hate driving without it so much that I have been known to apply it to rental cars in rainy states

I believe the issue was resolved a couple years ago.

Sounds about right.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Windshield company convinced me to add a coating to a new windshield. They said they would remove it if I didn’t like it. I hated it commuting in the rain with winter crud coming up from the road. They tried to remove it. Didn’t come off! Yup they replaced the windshield!

 

[ofelas]

You can replace the washer line T with a one way check valve Y washer line fitting.

Instant spray, & no icing up of the washer nozzle.

 

[WKirk]

You can replace the washer line T with a one way check valve Y washer line fitting.

Instant spray, & no icing up of the washer nozzle.

I like this idea. Where may I obtain the check valve please?

 

[EDankievitch]

I hate the fact that the spray nozzles are in the hood they always dribble on to the paint years back I think Chevy had the nozzles built into the wiper arm they would put the fluid right where you need it as the arm moved.

 

[ofelas]

05113240AA for the one way check valve Y/T.

 

[WKirk]

05113240AA for the one way check valve Y/T.

I tried plugging that number into Geno's Garage and Mopar, but didn't get a hit. Please, where is that number useful?

 

[ofelas]

Its a Mopar #, may be obsolete.

Try Mopar parts giant or Jeep parts.

 

[lpennock]

Try going to napa. They use to be able to look up check valves by size. You don't need to use a mopar one. There are plenty of people selling a AC Delco one.

 

[Ozymandias]

It is superceded https://www.factorychryslerparts.co...er--Washer-Hose-In-Line/4264334/04334799.html

 

[ofelas]

Ah, good to know, glad I have a few NOS spares.

Yes, they were 04334799 (Y-shaped elbow with directional one way check valve, one inlet + 2 outlets).

Put somewhere safe a few years back.

You know what that means. LOL.