Wipers/Washers - Poor Windshield Washer Performance
Bulletin No.: 07-08-43-005ADate: June 25, 2007
TECHNICAL
Subject:
Washer Fluid Does Not Clean/Spray Does Not Reach Top of Windshield on Passenger Side and Driver Side (Verify Washer Hose Routing and/or Replace Windshield Washer Line/Hose)
Models:
2005-2007 Buick Allure (Canada Only), LaCrosse
2005-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
2005-2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add the 2007 model years and update the information. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 07-08-43-005 (Section 08-Body and Accessories).
Condition
Some customers may comment that the washer fluid does not spray or clean to the top of the passenger and driver side of the windshield when activated.
Cause
This condition may be caused by one or more of the following
This condition may be caused by the Y-fitting in the washer line being misrouted and installed toward the passenger side.
Driver Side Washer Hose Turned Downward and Misrouted.
This condition may be caused by the driver side washer hose being pinched or misrouted.
Correction
Verify the windshield washer hose routing and replace the windshield washer line/hose. Refer to Windshield Washer Hose Replacement in SI.
If the driver side hose is pinched, remove the washer hose from the washer line at the air inlet grille panel and cut 10 mm (3/8 in) from the driver side washer hose. Pull on the existing washer hose and reroute the washer hose upward in a loop as shown in the graphic above. Then attach the washer hose to the washer line at the air inlet grille panel.
Verify that the condition has been corrected.
Parts Information
Warranty Information
For vehicle repaired under warranty, use the table.
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