Winshield Washer Not Working

Entropy · 08-29-2023, 12:54 PM

Just got my 2022 M40i back from the body shop a few days ago and just noticed that my windshield washer is not spraying. The rear works fine but no spray from the front nozzles. I’m thinking they may have forgotten to hook something up when the we’re doing the repairs. Any easy things to check before I take it back to them to fix?

Keefy · 08-29-2023, 01:48 PM

Top up the reservoir with BMW approved washer fluid before you go back to the dealership so they can’t accuse you of using incompatible fluids that may block the spray nozzles or damage the internals of the pump.

bouchy · 08-30-2023, 08:02 AM

Yes, probably unhooked hose. You'd see a yellow/blue leak under the front.

Blacktemplar · 08-30-2023, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Keefy

Top up the reservoir with BMW approved washer fluid before you go back to the dealership so they can’t accuse you of using incompatible fluids that may block the spray nozzles or damage the internals of the pump.

^this

I got stung for nearly £150 to clear the filter & pump, as did Mrs BT. Anything that contains silicone will cause the system to have hissy fit

Entropy · 08-30-2023, 10:45 AM

I figured it out. They hooked up the hoses backwards. When I activate the rear washer it sprays the front.

Sportstick · 08-30-2023, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Entropy

I figured it out. They hooked up the hoses backwards. When I activate the rear washer it sprays the front.

Be careful when shifting into "D".

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bouchy Second Lieutenant 83 Rep 269 Posts Drives: X3 (G01) Join Date: Aug 2022 Location: Czech Republic iTrader: (0)	Yes, probably unhooked hose. You'd see a yellow/blue leak under the front.
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Entropy New Member 20 Rep 18 Posts Drives: 2022 X3 M40i Join Date: Jun 2023 Location: Maryland iTrader: (0)	I figured it out. They hooked up the hoses backwards. When I activate the rear washer it sprays the front.
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