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Anonymous Posted on Dec 12, 2013

Windshield washer pumps won't work in below freezing temperatures

Whenever the temperature is below 30 degrees the windshield washer pumps don't work. Front or back. However, when the temperature warms up they work just fine. It's not an issue of there not being enough washer fluid. I've been told before dirt is the problem, but that wouldn't make any sense to why they work when it's 34 degrees out.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 21, 2008

SOURCE: Onboard Temperature gauge

Does your direction work ok? I have seen that if you reset the compass then this will correct the temp problem. If not you can try disconnecting the battery for approx a min and this should reboot the system. If this don't work let me know and I can try to how you fine the fault.

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freddwhy

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  • Posted on Nov 13, 2008

SOURCE: 2 problems transmission and windshield washer

  The Po741 sounds like a leak at the seal to the convertor clutch. Need R&R to inspect. The fact the warm fluid makes it happen is a clue. The front washer has a seperate fuse and switch. If the fuse is good try switch in different wiper modes while pressing real hard. If it works the multi function switch needs replacement.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 21, 2009

SOURCE: Windshield washer Pump doesn't run, but the pump checks out good

there is another small relay box just below the windshield washer reservoir about 11/2" wide x about 4" long the washer pump relay is in there



Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 04, 2009

SOURCE: Windshield washer not working properly

If you have used ANYTHING beside windshield solvent in you reservor, you may have created WAXING from soap in the bottom of washer tank, which clogs pump,lines, and nozzel....take the tank out and wash it..disconnect washer hoses at nozzel and clear with compressed air along with the nozzel...if you use solvent only you may have a worn washer pump or restriction...check those and good luck.....

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 05, 2010

SOURCE: 1998 ford expedition front windshield washer

fuse for washer pump, can you here the pump, if not then power to pump isn't present. Check the fuse for it.

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