Are the nozzles blocked or is it really the pump?

The fine spray nozzles block really easily if you don't use Audi's own washer fluid.

(of course, blockage can lead to subsequent pump failure)

 

Hi Juggler,

No pump noise whatsoever and stopped working straight away.

Pretty sure its the pump

thanks

 

Hi john,Hope you get your nozzles working soon,Have you tried using a pin to unblock the nozzles as suggested? :-* :wink:

 

Are the nozzles blocked or is it really the pump?

The fine spray nozzles block really easily if you don't use Audi's own washer fluid.

(of course, blockage can lead to subsequent pump failure)

What is the difference between Audis own washer fluid and any other you buy elsewhere, making the nozzles not block that easily? :?

 

Are the nozzles blocked or is it really the pump?

The fine spray nozzles block really easily if you don't use Audi's own washer fluid.

(of course, blockage can lead to subsequent pump failure)

What is the difference between Audis own washer fluid and any other you buy elsewhere, making the nozzles not block that easily? :?

Audi's own stuff has some extra dilutant in it which prevents it from forming crystals. Apparently.

 

Some of the answers are in my sig strip "Leaking washer bottle".

 

Are the nozzles blocked or is it really the pump?

The fine spray nozzles block really easily if you don't use Audi's own washer fluid.

(of course, blockage can lead to subsequent pump failure)

What is the difference between Audis own washer fluid and any other you buy elsewhere, making the nozzles not block that easily? :?

Audi's own stuff has some extra dilutant in it which prevents it from forming crystals. Apparently.

Audi's stuff also doesn't work. Distilled water would clean the windshield better than the Audi liquid.

 

If your bottle has a bad egg smell it's Hydrogen Sulfide and is the result of oxygen deficient anerobic baterial action which caused your water to turn into the consistency of wallpaper paste. Sometimes this can be promoted by mixing different fluids.

 

I use Halfrauds lemon fragrance washer fluid, works fine and smells nice, no blockages of yet, been using for as year now in my TT, and for years in my previous cars with no problems at all..

 

I have the same problem.

There is a problem with these pumps, which are situated on the tank which is behind the wheel liner beneath where you fill the tank. I have read somewhere what you need to do, it might not need a new pump. There are two pumps by the way, the other one is for the headlamp washers.

Sorry this post is brief, but I am late for a meeting. If I don't see a reply which helps you more I'll find the link to the instructions, although it did look straight forward. If I remember, it was a case of cleaning connections and sealing with silicone.

TonyZ

 

http://www.********.co.uk/ttforumbbs/vi ... een+washer

I can't find the post which talks about pumps not working, however this one will help you take it all apart. You might be lucky and find it just needs cleaning, I hope that's the case with mine, I just wish I had the time to do it.

TonyZ