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Headlight washers operate when key turned on

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Old 06-19-17, 02:12 PM
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Default Headlight washers operate when key turned on

I have only had my SC for about 5 days and still learning so forgive if this is something I should know.. Like the title says when I turn the key to on in my garage the headlights come on and the headlight washers operate and spray clear up on the windshield. It is like I have a auto function turned on. I could not find that is should do this in the owners manual. Do I have something set to do this or what could be causing this? Any help is appreciated.
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Old 06-19-17, 03:31 PM
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They should only spray when the headlights are on and you press the headlight washer button on the far left side of the dash.
it seems like the button may be stuck in the pressed on position.
you have a problem.

if you are driving 60mph, they won't spray the windshield.
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On another thought you could rig them so they spray forward, that way when people pass in front of your car at the crosswalk you can give em a little squirt!
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Bgw70 you were right, the button was stuck down. Thanks
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Originally Posted by TominBoise
Bgw70 you were right, the button was stuck down. Thanks
Glad you figured it out!

Also, Walmart sells CRC contact cleaner, I would suggest you pick up a can the next time you are there, then spray the switch. It will clean out what ever was in there and it won't harm the plastic.

it is sold in the automotive section with the other oils, gas additives, brake fluid etc.
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Originally Posted by ShawnOk
On another thought you could rig them so they spray forward, that way when people pass in front of your car at the crosswalk you can give em a little squirt!
Your idea is quite appealing especially in California where people jump out in the street without looking, and you have to jam on the brakes and they end up getting pissed at you even though they are in the wrong!
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