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What's the best method for clearing blocked windscreen washers?
I'm having issues with the front windscreen washers on my 2012 Kia Rio. I have disconnected the pipe and tested the pump and this is working fine. I have also cleared the jets, so I believe that there is a blockage in the pipework. My problem is how do i access the pipework to unblock the pipes?
Asked on 11 July 2016 by Kieran
Answered by
Honest John
The usual reason for this is that the pipe from the washer reservoir and pump to the nozzles gets trapped and kinked in the bonnet hinges, cutting off the screenwash supply. Have a look and, if I'm right, figure out a way with cable ties to re-route it so it doesn't get trapped when the bonnet is closed.
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