2003 Element Windshield Washer motor NOT working, rear one works fine

Discussion in 'Element' started by pawcio, Sep 5, 2006.

  1. pawcio

    pawcio Guest

    I noticed yesterday that my Windshield Washer motor is not working. The
    rear one works fine.
    Topped the windshield washer fluid, thinking that it might be low, but
    still, nothing happens.
    I'm fresh out of warranty. Any idea what may be causing the issue and how
    to fix it?
    Any ideas appriciated...
     
    pawcio, Sep 5, 2006
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  2. pawcio

    NWF_Snake Guest

    Looks like both motors are connected to the water reservoir in the
    front.
    I would start there, though it also looks like it might be tough to get
    at.
    Always check fuses, switches, and relays.
     
    NWF_Snake, Sep 5, 2006
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  3. pawcio

    NWF_Snake Guest

    Looks like both motors are connected to the water reservoir in the
    front.
    I would start there, though it also looks like it might be tough to get
    at.
    Always check fuses, switches, and relays.
     
    NWF_Snake, Sep 5, 2006
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  4. pawcio

    pawcio Guest

    Does anyone know which fuse to check?

    There are two fuse boxes on the Element, one under the hood, the other
    inside the car under the steering column. I checked all fuses in the box
    under the hood, the one under the steering column is a little awkward to get
    to, so I saved it for another day... The manual does not specify which one!

    Does anyone know how to check the steering column stalk connection that
    controls the winshield washer pump?
     
    pawcio, Sep 6, 2006
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  5. pawcio

    pawcio Guest

    Does anyone know which fuse to check?

    There are two fuse boxes on the Element, one under the hood, the other
    inside the car under the steering column. I checked all fuses in the box
    under the hood, the one under the steering column is a little awkward to get
    to, so I saved it for another day... The manual does not specify which one!

    Does anyone know how to check the steering column stalk connection that
    controls the winshield washer pump?
     
    pawcio, Sep 6, 2006
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    You mean to say you're not HEARING it run, or it's simply not squirting?
    Huge difference.

    'Curly'
     
    'Curly Q. Links', Sep 6, 2006
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  7. -----------------------------------

    You mean to say you're not HEARING it run, or it's simply not squirting?
    Huge difference.

    'Curly'
     
    'Curly Q. Links', Sep 6, 2006
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  8. pawcio

    pawcio Guest

    I would love to see it squirt, but could care less about hearing it run.
    I don't see it squirt, I don't hear the pump run (I used to when it was
    working...)
    I guess that means it's not working... The wipers are working...

    Oh, and my windshield is all smudged and dirty - Maybe that's why I don't
    see it squit! ;)
     
    pawcio, Sep 7, 2006
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  9. pawcio

    pawcio Guest

    I would love to see it squirt, but could care less about hearing it run.
    I don't see it squirt, I don't hear the pump run (I used to when it was
    working...)
    I guess that means it's not working... The wipers are working...

    Oh, and my windshield is all smudged and dirty - Maybe that's why I don't
    see it squit! ;)
     
    pawcio, Sep 7, 2006
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  10. pawcio

    jazz007 Guest

    I had a very similar problem. Both front and rear washer of my 2003
    Element stopped working about 2-3 weeks ago. I though it ran out of
    fluid. I finaly bought a bottle of fluid last weekend and found out
    the washer tank was still almost full. I then checked my invoice. It
    just passed 3-year warranty. I called Honda dealer anyway and made an
    appointment. They repaired it today under warranty (replaced washer
    motor). They did not ask anything about when it stopped working.

    I suggest you to take your car to the dealer. They may fix it for
    free.
     
    jazz007, Sep 12, 2006
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