How to Replace Windshield-Washer Tubing in a Nissan Pathfinder
Introduced to the public in 1986, the Nissan Pathfinder is currently classified as a midsize SUV. And like all automobiles, it needs proper maintenance. One such aspect would be to ensure the windshield-washer tubing is free of corrosion and cracks. This is a job you can do at home for just a few dollars.
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Things You'll Need
- Pin or sewing needle (optional)
- Windshield-washer tubing
- Hose cutter
- Vacuum connectors
Instructions
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Figure out if your windshield-washer tubing is simply clogged. Occasionally the little holes on the ball of the sprayer become clogged from washer fluid build-up or from hard water. You wouldn't need to replace the tubing if this is the case. Simply use a pin or sewing needle to poke a hole to eliminate any debris.
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Purchase windshield-washer tubing from a car parts store. The tubing might also be referred to as vacuum tubing. You don't need a specific parts number. If you need help figuring out what to purchase, ask for assistance at the store.
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Locate the old washer tubing, which is near the windshield-washer fluid reservoir. You can find the reservoir just above the coolant reservoir on the left side of the engine compartment.
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Remove the old tubing. Be careful around the vacuum connectors. Try not to break or disfigure them if you plan to reuse them.
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Hold up the old windshield-washer tubing if you plan to replace the entire section. Place the new tubing next to the old, using the old as a guide to the length your Pathfinder needs. Use a hose cutter to cut enough of the new tubing to fit your Nissan Pathfinder.
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Place the new tubing in your Pathfinder. Use the old connectors, or place new ones under the hood, and ensure the tubing doesn't interfere with any other engine parts. When closing the hood, be extra cautious to make sure the tubing doesn't get bent.
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Tips & Warnings
If you own a Nissan Pathfinder model made before 2005, the windshield-washer reservoir is at the front of the engine compartment.
If the crack in your Pathfinder's tubing is small, try patching it instead of replacing the tube. Cut away the torn tubing, and use a connector attachment to secure the new piece to the old, intact piece.
