[Coleman]

When I try to clean my windscreen, all that happens is that I hear a whining noise for quite a while then a little bit of water dribbles out of the washer jets. When I try again it all works properly. This has been happening for quite a while now. I've cleaned out the jets, so the only thing I can think of is the pump? Does anyone know what else might be wrong? Sorry if I've posted this in the wrong section.

 

[Tim]

Dont mean to sound cheeky, but there is enough water in it isnt there? Since mine used to do this when it was running out.

 

[corsaJ]

Lol and mine check your water matey.

 

[jim610]

i had the same prob the filter in the washer bottle was stopping the motor getting water so i cut the bottom off the filter.hope that helps :thumbs_up:

 

[Lee]

Had this problem on my old corsa, and have it on my new one.
As said it may be down to not having enough water in, or....

The filter at the bottom of the pump can get clogged up over time with all sorts of muck. Take the pump out (it just pops out), clean it and put it back in.

Worst case scenario the pump may be buggered but that is highly unlikely and if it is knackered it will cost just a few £'s for another.

Also another quick point. A gum type substance can form if washing up liquid is added to the washer bottle due to a chemical reaction with what is left of the screenwash. Never ever use washing up liquid as screenwash. Always use genuine screenwash.

 

[jim610]

i paid £8 for a new motor.

 

[Lee]

I 'aquired one' from scrapyard. In fact I may also have a spare one in the shed.

 

[Coleman]

There's plenty of water in it and i always use proper windscreen wash :laugh: i'll have a look at the filter when i get a chance. cheers guys

 

[Lee]

It will more than likely be that. Take the bottle and motor out and give them a good scrub.

 

[Deathscythe]

have a look at the one-way valve in the pipe too, it'll be somewhere between the pump and the jets, that can stick open and give a problem like yours.

 

[V0NST3V3]

Yeah im having this problem with my car, and my mates having the same problem to, both corsas. Ill have a look at the filter this weekend when i get my tools out.

 

[Josh]

can you do a step by step? im a noob lol..
cheers

 

[V0NST3V3]

well if my cameras working i will do a step by step tutorial as this does seem to be a common problem.

 

[Josh]

Thanks mate, i need to get myself a haynes manual once my car is repaired tonight

 

[Cracker]

Hi Guys

Having the same problem with the washers Do you have to remove the bottle to get to the filter and pump?

And yes there is water in my Bottle.

:thumbs_up:

 

[jim610]

it is alot easier if you remove the bottle.

 

[Clutch]

check the nozzles on the washers arent blocked, stick a pin in the end of them just to see if they are.

 

[jim610]

i used a compresser to clean all my tubes out.