Driver side washer jet spitting

[Foe]

So my passenger washer jet squirts out with power, however my driver's side is more like a small rodant spitting. It just dribbles out.
Checked all the hoses and all is well.
Anything I'm missing?
Anything else I need to check?

Ta

[ChrisHC]

Almost certainly a bit of grit is stuck in the nozzle. Take it off and poke with a fine needle, suck and blow at it.

[Steve]

Jet is probably blocked, I normally just stick a pin down it to clean it out.

[Foe]

Sometimes it's the most obvious things!

[martauto]

I have just had the same thing on mine. I took off the jets and blew them out at work with air but also cleaned out the washer bottle as it was full of crap !!
I now intend to replace the plastic water pipe for what it costs and to keep the system clean with "decent" washer fluid not the asda/tesco blue shit !!

Mart.

[Foe]

I have just had the same thing on mine. I took off the jets and blew them out at work with air but also cleaned out the washer bottle as it was full of crap !!
I now intend to replace the plastic water pipe for what it costs and to keep the system clean with "decent" washer fluid not the asda/tesco blue shit !!

Mart.

Forgot to follow this up. I did the needle poking, but it's still the same. I think I need the jets off, as you did, and try that.

[martauto]

I would take the bottle out , a five min job , clean it and replace the tube and you are good to go for another 20 years.

Mart.

[Foe]

I would take the bottle out , a five min job , clean it and replace the tube and you are good to go for another 20 years.

Mart.

Good idea, and my next job. I will update. Out of interest, where did you get the washer tubes from, and are you using the original clips?

[martauto]

Tubing from e-bay and I think the clips are still in place so when it arrives I will let you all know.

Mart.

[Foe]

Excellent thanks Mart

[Oseanosea]

I’ve had difficulty finding the proper diameter clear vinyl tubing with the white webbing reinforcement on ebay, or anywhere so far. Perhaps I am searching for it using the wrong terms? I currently have a patchwork of different tubings & connectors. Would love to tidy it up. If someone has a source or link to a tubing they’ve used and found suitable, could they please share it? Thanks, Sean

[Ozu]

IMHO you’re barking up the wrong tree. You need to get a new one of these from your local dealer or Jon at Cotswold BMW. It’s the non-return valve and it looks like this
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[Oseanosea]

Thanks Ozu, not sure if you meant your message for me, but it’s handy to demonstrate what type tubing I’m looking for!

[Foe]

Quick update.
Cleaned the nozzles and washer tank.....spits followed by froth, then nothing! (Driver side, as passenger side perfect)

I assume, return valve failed, or a pipe split in the driver's side pipe?

Also asked a few times. Anyone have a link or recomend where to get the washer fluid pipes from?

Thanks

[BenHar]

Have you asked the dealers?

Ben

[Foe]

Have you asked the dealers?

Ben

I think the older I get the more stupid I become!
Certainly sounds like a good place to start

[martauto]

I just replaced the whole lot with 5mm ID clear tubing from the bay for £4 , does a job and only took 1/2 hour tops.

Mart.

[Foe]

I just replaced the whole lot with 5mm ID clear tubing from the bay for £4 , does a job and only took 1/2 hour tops.

Mart.

Thank you

[martauto]

Oh and I kept the two clips and just ordered a one way valve for £2 from the bay.

Mart.

[chatstar123]

Mart, how much tubing is required?

[sweep]

Have you tried the jets with the bonnet up to see if the valve is leaking?

If not - disconnect the pipe work to the washer jet and airline it through that should solve your problem but make sure pressured air comes out of both nozzles . On the suspect jet.

[Foe]

Have you tried the jets with the bonnet up to see if the valve is leaking?

If not - disconnect the pipe work to the washer jet and airline it through that should solve your problem but make sure pressured air comes out of both nozzles . On the suspect jet.

Hello
A good point. I've just tried it and the valve is leaking badly.

[sweep]

That’s your issue then as it regulates to both jets the same amount of water

[Foe]

That’s your issue then as it regulates to both jets the same amount of water

Thanks

[Foe]

If anyone is after some braided hose, found this on the bay, seems good and tough!

[martauto]

Mart, how much tubing is required?

I bought 5 meters for less than £4.0

Mart.

[Gert_8]

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Thanks Ozu, not sure if you meant your message for me, but it’s handy to demonstrate what type tubing I’m looking for!

I bought tube from the dealers and they supplied it in black....