Wipers/Washers - Poor Front/Rear Washer Nozzle Operation

NUMBER: 07-55-06
DATE: 04/04/06

APPLICABILITY:
2006MY Forester and Impreza

SUBJECT:
Poor Windshield Washer Fluid Spray

Introduction

If you encounter a customer complaint that the windshield washer fluid does not spray properly from the front or rear washer nozzle, there is the possibility that the nozzle or check valve is clogged or the fluid hose could be pinched or bent. Use the following repair procedure to check and repair as necessary.

Production Line Change





The check valve was changed from a ball type to a rubber type to prevent clogging. The new style check valve was used in production starting in October, 2005 with the VINs shown.





Parts Information

Repair Procedure/Information

1) Check the washer nozzle for contamination. If the spray hole is clogged with wax, dust or foreign material, blow compressed air to the spray hole of the washer nozzle to clear the obstruction.

2) Check the washer nozzle fluid hose. Make sure the hose is not pinched, and that it does not have severe bends or kinks.

3) Check the rear washer hose running along the left sill, as well as the hose in the tailgate area, to ensure that the hose is not pinched or bent, restricting the flow.

4) If there is no problem found in step 1 or 2, install a modified check valve.

Front check valve on Forester and Impreza





(1) Open the hood and remove the check valve.

(2) Attach valve cushion (86634SA000) around the modified check valve (86634AG000) for soundproofing.





(3) Install the modified check valve and valve cushion.

Rear Check Valve on Forester





(1) Open the rear gate and remove the foam trim board on the left hand side from the cargo floor.





(2) Remove the check valve. Note: Place rags or paper towels in the area. There is a chance that a small amount of washer fluid may leak out.

(3) Attach valve cushion (86634SA000) around the modified check valve (86634AA010) for soundproofing.

(4) Install the modified check valve and valve cushion.

Claim Reimbursement/Warrant Information

For vehicles under the Basic New Car Limited Warranty period, refer to the Subaru Warranty Wizard(C) for claim submission information.





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