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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 04:31 PM
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Tried a search but couldn't find the exact answer. Are the windshield jets suppose to stream or spray in a fan pattern? I'm getting a stream and the windshield doesn't seem to be getting a good coverage of fluid. The little rubber thingies look a little dry and after a wash I get drips of fluid for a while. I fixed every other thing that's gone wrong to the tune of many $$$$ might as well get this done also. Replacements are little pricey and can't find any on ebay or used parts web sites. Any ideas? Jack
 
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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 07:06 PM
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I have tried to clean the spray nozzles with a needle to some positive affect. It would appear that replacement of the entire wiper arm is the most affective solution. As a champion of wreaking yard parts this is one case that a parts counter solution may be the best.
 
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Old Feb 2, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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Before you buy new parts, if you have access to an air compressor with a blowgun attachment try to blow the nozzle out from wiper into the washer resevoir. I learned this from a friend of mine and it works. I wouldn't use the needle method as the first course of action because if you deform the nozzle you'll ruin the spray pattern even if you manage to remove the clog.

Ken
 
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