DoctorBill Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 (edited) This winter, I need to use the back wiper quite often and I tried the squirter - no fluid. I assumed a tube ran the length of the Pathfinder from the front reservoir to the back. Does the tube get hard and break ? Does fluid ever get into the roof space? Or does that back have a separate reservoir - if so I can't find it. '95 XE-V6 DoctorBill Edited January 9, 2010 by DoctorBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nismojunky Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 im wondering the same thing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dowser Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 (edited) The Rear Wiper Squirter comes from the reservoir up in the front. there are 2 lines coming off it and 2 separate Washer Pumps. It could be you rear washer pump is not working. You can test it by taking off your Reservoir bottle, (3 bolts) disconnecting the connectors to Both pumps, then take 2 wires and connect them direct with the battery. And Don't forget to remember which hose came from which pump so your not hooking them back up backwards. Both of my Pumps were shot, and at the Dealer cost in Canada it was $56.00 CAD each. I tried the Wreckers first and picked up 2 more. Those I just pocketed but turned out that only 1 worked anyway. I checked with Alkorahil in the Services section and he can get you them for $31.00 USD + shipping. Don't bother with picking up a universal no name brand cause it doesn't match up properly and it has to be Jimmy Rigged. Tried that as well. If its not the pump then your line is clogged somewhere and your gonna have to do some searching. I'd start at the rear Nozzle. *Edit* Also forgot to mention, that if you have power to the Pump you should be able to hear it running. Noisy little buggers. Probably easier to test it from just listening then taking it off and what not but hey, maybe its the Connector too so if you hear nothing take it apart and test it to battery to verify its not your connection or wiring related. Edited January 9, 2010 by Dowser Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldSlowReliable Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 I know I got the same deal, it will trickle slightly if I hold it for a while, but I can EASILY hear it pumping....I just assumed it clogged after however many years of no use.. Holla if you fix it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Good info Dowser!! If you suspect the line is blocked (quite possible), then unhook the line at the pump and at the nozzle in back and try to blow back through to the reservoir with a compressed air source. Blowing the other way could work but may wedge blockage material even harder if there is a pinch point somewhere. B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dowser Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 Good info Dowser!! If you suspect the line is blocked (quite possible), then unhook the line at the pump and at the nozzle in back and try to blow back through to the reservoir with a compressed air source. Blowing the other way could work but may wedge blockage material even harder if there is a pinch point somewhere. B Thank you Precise. And a minor note adding to what Precise mentioned. This is pretty straight forward but some of you may not think of it and cause yourself a headache. If your going to blow some compressed air thru it, try and remember its just washer hose and not rated for HIGH psi. Don't crank up your compressor to 120 psi and Open it up with a Blow gun. If there is a clog and you do that you could quite possibly blow thru the hose and end up having to replace it. Start off with just some low pressure. All you want to do is test if its clogged and if its not, then you're going to feel low pressure come out the other side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorBill Posted January 9, 2010 Author Share Posted January 9, 2010 Thanks folks. It is 20° outside so I'd like to ask - where do I look for those two small electrical washer pumps. Right side - Left side | Front - back ? If that long tube gets a break in it, does the washer fluid then go all into the overhead cloth on the roof of the cab ? Where does the tube go thru ? The roof section or underneath the cab ? Could one buy new tubing, tape the new to the old and pull the new one thru to the back or front - kinda like you can do with electrical wire sometimes? DoctorBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kingman Posted January 9, 2010 Share Posted January 9, 2010 The tube runs along the roof on the driver's side, at least that's where mine runs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precise1 Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 2 door vs 4 door... The Rear Wiper Squirter comes from the reservoir up in the front. there are 2 lines coming off it and 2 separate Washer Pumps As was said the reservoir (drivers side near the fire wall) has two pumps on the back of it (towards the back of the car). I don't know the answers to the rest but have you, by chance, downloaded a copy of the Factory Service Manual?? http://www.nissanpathfinders.net/forum/index.php?showtopic=5410&view=findpost&p=457867 B Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adamzan Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 Least you don't have my problem where you hold the rear washer pump on and it starts dripping onto the rear drivers passenger! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorBill Posted January 10, 2010 Author Share Posted January 10, 2010 Least you don't have my problem where you hold the rear washer pump on and it starts dripping onto the rear drivers passenger! That's why I asked if one could pull a NEW tube thru the vehicle using the old tube taped to the new tube... Or glued to the old tube with Instant glue and a peg insert between the new and old tube...then pull it forward or toward the back - either way. They sell tubing in Pet Stores (for aquarium air bubblers) or in Tubing & Hose Supply Houses for high pressure lines and for Refrigerator Ice Machines, etc. There are all kinds, but you have to know what to ask for because the clerks haven't a clue what you need. DoctorBill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwipete Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 That's why I asked if one could pull a NEW tube thru the vehicle using the old tube taped to the new tube... Or glued to the old tube with Instant glue and a peg insert between the new and old tube...then pull it forward or toward the back - either way. They sell tubing in Pet Stores (for aquarium air bubblers) or in Tubing & Hose Supply Houses for high pressure lines and for Refrigerator Ice Machines, etc. There are all kinds, but you have to know what to ask for because the clerks haven't a clue what you need. DoctorBill I think you will find it easier to remove the hood lining and trim as the tube runs up the front window pillar, along the trim above the doors and along the rear to the washer output. Make sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrano1992 Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 (edited) unhook the line at the pump and at the nozzle in back and try to blow back through to the reservoir with a compressed air source. My 2 cents... This line has a small one-way check valve (buried inside rear door, near the nozzle). This thing can be clogged too. Also, it's impossible to blow hose in reverse direction thru this valve. To DoctorBill: remove rear door trim above the window (simply pull it out, there are clips inside - can't remember, plastic or steel type) to access all these things. Trace hose back from nozzle and you'll see a small plastic thing (one-way valve). I doubt you can pull a new tube without removing some parts of interior trim (roof and front/back window pillars). Check pump motor first. I had an issue with pump intake clogged by dirt (motor whirrs, but don't pumps a liquid). Edited January 10, 2010 by Terrano1992 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M in KC Posted January 10, 2010 Share Posted January 10, 2010 I had nearly the same issue on my '91. Motor was fine just no/little fluid to the rear glass. My problem turned out to be a ton of sediment in the nozzle. On the '91's anyway th nozzle is just held in the rear hatch with a prawl on the nozzle's base AIRC. A small flat bladed screwdriver or putty knife GENTLY, worked under the nozzle base's grommet will release the prawl and nozzle assembly. From there you can flush out the nozzle if that is your issue and reinstall. Mine wees like a Russian race horse now. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astroc2002 Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 I know I got the same deal, it will trickle slightly if I hold it for a while, but I can EASILY hear it pumping....I just assumed it clogged after however many years of no use.. Holla if you fix it I have the very same problem too. I plan on having the nozzle replaced this year and see if that would solve the problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
headpeace Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I just assumed the front and back pump would be the same, not so much , my back works great, my front is dead. So I took the reservoir out and I thought if the one I got from the JY doesn't work I'll just switch hoses so the front will work until I can get a replacement. Ha, no go, the front is attached to the freakin reservoir, and mine is corroded to shiite. Anyone got a tip? My windshield is total crap daily after work here in the south, green oak pollen + sap = no can see Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dowser Posted April 20, 2010 Share Posted April 20, 2010 I suggest NOT buying a universal no name brand washer pump for cheaper cause they dont fit correctly and will need to be jimmy rigged. I still haven't got washer pumps yet either cause Nissan Wants too much for a pump. $31.00 USD without shipping per pump is the best price i could find new. I took 2 from the wreckers here from the only Pathfinder they had and only 1 worked and its beat pretty bad with rust and corrosion. I'm STILL looking for a pair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZombeeXXX Posted April 25, 2010 Share Posted April 25, 2010 On several cars I have used a toothpick, thin wire, paperclip, etc. Just poke the deposits loose from the inside of the offending nozzle. IMO best, easiest, cheapest start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YoungWheelsCT Posted April 29, 2010 Share Posted April 29, 2010 hey dowser if ur still looking for a pair of front sprayers ill sell u a pair for 15 and the amount to ship them which shouldnt be much n o sorry for thread jacking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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