How to Replace a Windshield Wiper Sprayer

The wiper sprayer nozzle on your vehicle shoots a strong stream of windshield wiper fluid all over your windshield. As the nozzle sprays your windshield, and fluid runs down the glass, the fluid works to clean off any dirt and debris that have collected on the windshield. Wiper blades then act as squeegees to clean off the glass. If your nozzles are having trouble spraying the windshield, or there is a weak stream of fluid coming out of them, replace them immediately.

Things You'll Need

• Pliers

Instructions

1. Open the hood and remove the hose clips that secure the rubber tubing to the wiper sprayers on the underside of the hood. Pinch the tabs on the hose clamps and pull the clamp back off the end of the hose.

2. Pull the hose off the end of the wiper sprayer.

3. Pinch the plastic retaining tabs on the underside of the hood that hold the wiper sprayer nozzle in place.

4. Push the prayer up through the top of the hood while maintaining pressure on the retaining tabs.

5. Press the new sprayers into the hood until they snap into place.

6. Reconnect the rubber tubing and secure the hose clamp over the end of the hose.

References

• "How To Repair Your Car: Car-Care Tips, Simple Repairs, Driving & Maintenance Tips, and more..."; Paul Brand, Motorbooks International; 2006