tool24

I am a newbie here in this website. I am having problems with my windshield washer. The fluid does not come. There is no leak in the fluid resevoir. The tank is filled up. I am guessing it a pump problem. it happen twice already. The first time, I have to wait a couple of days for the fluid to come out. Is the washer pump one of the defective items on the rx300's list? Do you guys experience the same problem? I have a 99 rx300.

salimshah

It could be that the fluid is gummed up, or the nozzle cloged (waxed lately?).

Try draining out the fluid (Turkey Baster ... but discard after use) and put in quality fluid (or add paint safe detergent ... small quantity to thin out the fluid).

Once the clog is clear use the washer once in a while.

Salim

ps: Not aware of any problems with RX washer.

tool24

i wash my car and did some waxing. what do you mean by draining? draining the fluid from the resevoir?

JRB

Yes, that's what he recommended. Are both front plus the rear washers not working property, and they all developed this symptom at once? If it's just the driver's side then it's probably a clogged nozzle, in which case you could try pricking it with a needle (gently). If all of them developed the malfunction at the same time, it's probably the pump, or as suggested above, the fluid may be very old and is gummed up.

ederny

ok, to trouble shoot a little, have someone operate the washers from the driver's position and with the hood open, listen for the washermotor as they operate the washers. If you don't hear the motor or feel it through the washer fluid tank, it is probably the motor.

Also check the fuse for the washer. Of course there are various relays, switches etc.

tool24

i'm gonna bring the car to a local midas shop and let them check it out. the diagram just confuse the heck out of me. thanks for your feedback.

rhack1

my 1999 rx300 has the same problem...it's not a fuse problem...we're you able to diagnose the problem independently or with the help of a shop?...what was it?...if it was the pump, what was the replacement cost?...thx for any help...

Fern

Have independant mechanic blow compressed air through the hose from the motor to blow out debris that may be clogging the motor.

He will first listen while you activate the washer button to here if motor is o.k..

rhack1

do you or anyone know where to locate the washer motor inside the engine compartment?...not sure what it looks like, whether it's visible, etc...any help would be appreciated...thx!...