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Why does windsheld washer not work? Could it be that the tubing is clogged?

I can hear the pump working, so therefore I think the tubing is clogged. Will it hurt anything if I blow the tubing out with an air-compressor? Another reason I think the tubing is clogged is because the entrance to the reservoir was clogged.

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First check to see if you have enough washer fluid in the reservoir. Then check to see if the rubber tubing is kinked or pinched when you close the hood. It is possible but not likely to be plugged up, except during the winter. The spray nozzles could be plugged up, because the opening is much smaller than the tubing. Even though the pump is operating, does not mean that it is actually pumping any fluid. The pump assembly is electrical and mechanical. The electric motor runs, but the pumping mechanism could be defective. If you use compressed air to clean out the rubber tubing, make sure the rubber hose is not connected up to the pump assembly. It might get damaged from too much pressure.

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