Windscreen washer jets

Deddi · Post by **Deddi** » Sun Dec 08, 2019 10:47 am

Anyone tell me how do I adjust these, water spray is too low. I've only ever seen little round things before that I adjusted with a pin. Mine are like this.
Thanks

mcbutler · Post by **mcbutler** » Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:19 am

You may find they are slightly blocked, try blowing down them and see if it improves, if not get a new set.

obewan · Post by **obewan** » Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:43 am

mcbutler wrote: ↑Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:19 am You may find they are slightly blocked, try blowing down them and see if it improves, if not get a new set.

Also check the reservoir tank is not full of crud

Deddi · Post by **Deddi** » Tue Dec 10, 2019 6:22 pm

Thanks. Will try both things

craigdm · Post by **craigdm** » Fri Dec 15, 2023 10:37 am

Resurrecting this thread, just to show that I have at least done a search!

My washer jets seem to have gone very feeble, still hitting the screen but more a dribble than a jet.

I'll try the suggested ideas above, but anyone got any other ideas??

Mr Tidy · Post by **Mr Tidy** » Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:36 pm

The only times I've had that problem it was due to crud in the reservoir blocking the filter on the pump so I'd start there.

The pumps are a push fit so they just pull out of the reservoir. I found an old toothbrush worked a treat to clean the filter.

therealmc · Post by **therealmc** » Sun Dec 17, 2023 11:06 am

mcbutler wrote: ↑Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:19 am You may find they are slightly blocked, try blowing down them and see if it improves, if not get a new set.

Talking of new jets, does anyone know of a source other than direct from BMW? Are they unique to the E89?

flybobbie · Post by **flybobbie** » Sun Dec 17, 2023 9:46 pm

therealmc wrote: ↑Sun Dec 17, 2023 11:06 am
mcbutler wrote: ↑Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:19 am You may find they are slightly blocked, try blowing down them and see if it improves, if not get a new set.
Talking of new jets, does anyone know of a source other than direct from BMW? Are they unique to the E89?

I know the jets are heated.
https://www.autodoc.co.uk/ridex/1575125 ... owQAvD_BwE

RobbiZ4 · Post by **RobbiZ4** » Mon Dec 18, 2023 9:07 am

flybobbie wrote: ↑Sun Dec 17, 2023 9:46 pm I know the jets are heated.

Correct.

Buy the originals from BMW and it will work.

PartNo 61667056731
https://www.realoem.com/bmw/de/part?id= ... 1667056731

About 40€ each.

craigdm · Post by **craigdm** » Mon Jan 08, 2024 10:40 am

Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:36 pm The only times I've had that problem it was due to crud in the reservoir blocking the filter on the pump so I'd start there.

The pumps are a push fit so they just pull out of the reservoir. I found an old toothbrush worked a treat to clean the filter.

Are there any pictures or diagrams that show where the filter is? I had a quick look yesterday but couldn't see anything obvious and I was reticent about pulling things apart!

Dave 2 dogs · Post by **Dave 2 dogs** » Mon Jan 08, 2024 12:42 pm

craigdm wrote: ↑Mon Jan 08, 2024 10:40 am
Mr Tidy wrote: ↑Fri Dec 15, 2023 7:36 pm The only times I've had that problem it was due to crud in the reservoir blocking the filter on the pump so I'd start there.

The pumps are a push fit so they just pull out of the reservoir. I found an old toothbrush worked a treat to clean the filter.
Are there any pictures or diagrams that show where the filter is? I had a quick look yesterday but couldn't see anything obvious and I was reticent about pulling things apart!

you will need to take out the tank , the pump and filter unclip , then take apart and clean

Dave 2 dogs · Post by **Dave 2 dogs** » Mon Jan 08, 2024 12:46 pm

Pretty sure I watched a YouTube vid when I did mine. Google it you will find some vids on take apart

Abbas · Post by **Abbas** » Mon Jan 08, 2024 12:52 pm

As above, I had the exact same issue. I took the wiper fluid tank thing out, it's a few nuts. and there was loads of black shite clogged up at the bottom I just took the filter out and gave that a wash. Was a little black thing if I remember correctly. Works perfect now.

I am the least mechanically minded person ever so I can assure you it's very simple - I can do it!

geofff · Post by **geofff** » Thu Mar 28, 2024 3:37 pm

I have the same problem with my widscreen jets not working but my headlight jets are ok. Are there seperate filters for windscreen and headlights? Also, I detached the water pipe leadding to windscreen but no water comes out of the detached pipe.
Thank you.

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