windshield washer leak!
09-07-2003, 07:35 PM
#11
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Re: windshield washer leak!
>
> Think so huh!
>
> Most models with the split headlamp washer pump require removel of lower
> engine shield, LF wheel, inner fender liner, and removing 3 bolts securing
> reservoir. Then you have to remove old washer pump and replace with new
> updated pump. What's new about it....the connector on your wiring harness
> will have to be replaced to fit the new pump. They changed the shape. This
> requires you to have the skill and tools to remove old connector and
> replace with new connector.
>
> This procedure is easy for a tech and doesn't take a lot of time. Because
> we have the tools and skills.
>
If you are right about that fender liner then all I can say is that Audi is
building a better mouse trap for the consumer's wallet. There is no reason
to put together a design that requires pulling off the fender liner to
remove the washer reservoir. Maybe that's why Audi has fallen in the
customer satisfaction ratings. Notice that a number of respondents to this
thread turned away from the dealer and were just planning to pass this
problem on when they unloaded their cars. Given that type of attitude do
you think they are going to get another Audi? I doubt it. But, I shouldn't
just blame Audi, this is the type of "screw the consumer type of attitude"
that is endemic to the auto industry, in both the manufacturing and service
areas, more so in the service area.
By the way the guy should still take a shot at replacing that washer
himself. There is no greater satisfaction than doing the job yourself and
keeping the dollar out of the stealership's hands.
09-07-2003, 07:55 PM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
Get a grip.
The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
down low.
Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
impact.
On Mon, 08 Sep 2003 00:35:24 GMT, Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> wrote:
Snip...........
The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
down low.
Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
impact.
On Mon, 08 Sep 2003 00:35:24 GMT, Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> wrote:
Snip...........
09-07-2003, 11:58 PM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
To: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com>
Re: Re: windshield washer leak!
By: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> to alt.autos.audi on Mon Sep 08 2003 01:35 am
> By the way the guy should still take a shot at replacing that washer
> himself. There is no greater satisfaction than doing the job yourself and
> keeping the dollar out of the stealership's hands.
But then again when you purchase a new car...you sure do want the techs there
to jump and fix your car at the low warranty labor times the factory pays us.
when these cars are out of warranty you are going to have to pay the piper. And
believe me when i say the cars being built in the last 3 years are very high
tech and you will be lucky to find any independents able to work on the
systems.
Good luck!
Have a Great day!
kcvwdoc
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Re: Re: windshield washer leak!
By: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> to alt.autos.audi on Mon Sep 08 2003 01:35 am
> By the way the guy should still take a shot at replacing that washer
> himself. There is no greater satisfaction than doing the job yourself and
> keeping the dollar out of the stealership's hands.
But then again when you purchase a new car...you sure do want the techs there
to jump and fix your car at the low warranty labor times the factory pays us.
when these cars are out of warranty you are going to have to pay the piper. And
believe me when i say the cars being built in the last 3 years are very high
tech and you will be lucky to find any independents able to work on the
systems.
Good luck!
Have a Great day!
kcvwdoc
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09-09-2003, 07:57 PM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
JPF wrote:
> Get a grip.
> The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
> It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
> down low.
>
> Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
>
> The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
> was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
> course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
> impact.
>
Valid point about the placement of the washer but I doubt if safety was the
primary reason for that particular method of mounting. The more likely
reason was cost and time during the manufacturing process. By the way Audi
didn't place that high on the crash worthiness test even with the placement
of the collapsible water cell, doing double duty as a washer reservoir,
down low in engine bay.
I guess you gripped a little too hard when you came up with that
explanation.
> Get a grip.
> The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
> It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
> down low.
>
> Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
>
> The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
> was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
> course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
> impact.
>
Valid point about the placement of the washer but I doubt if safety was the
primary reason for that particular method of mounting. The more likely
reason was cost and time during the manufacturing process. By the way Audi
didn't place that high on the crash worthiness test even with the placement
of the collapsible water cell, doing double duty as a washer reservoir,
down low in engine bay.
I guess you gripped a little too hard when you came up with that
explanation.
01-16-2004, 10:51 AM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
You are right. My Galaxie was also so flexible that even with a
full cage I could feel the thing bend. Especially on fast down
hill turns
C
> Get a grip.
> The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
> It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
> down low.
>
> Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
>
> The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
> was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
> course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
> impact.
>
> On Mon, 08 Sep 2003 00:35:24 GMT, Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> Snip...........
>
full cage I could feel the thing bend. Especially on fast down
hill turns
C
> Get a grip.
> The washer reservoir is down inside wasted space for two reasons.
> It absorbs energy in a collision, and it keeps 15 pounds of weight
> down low.
>
> Perhaps when you design cars, we can go back to the '66 Galaxie....
>
> The '66 Galaxie had no fender liners or under panels. The water bag
> was hung on two screws. You could change it yourself with ease. Of
> course, it got 6 miles to the gallon and killed everyone inside upon
> impact.
>
> On Mon, 08 Sep 2003 00:35:24 GMT, Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> wrote:
>
> Snip...........
>
01-16-2004, 10:51 AM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
Like the AMGs any engine maintenance on the new RS6 requires an
engine removal. Its the nature of the beast - imagine a 427 with
all today's safety and computer stuff in a Pinto or a Zephyr?
C
> To: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com>
> Re: Re: windshield washer leak!
> By: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> to alt.autos.audi on Mon Sep 08 2003 01:35 am
>
> > By the way the guy should still take a shot at replacing that washer
> > himself. There is no greater satisfaction than doing the job yourself and
> > keeping the dollar out of the stealership's hands.
>
> But then again when you purchase a new car...you sure do want the techs there
> to jump and fix your car at the low warranty labor times the factory pays us.
>
> when these cars are out of warranty you are going to have to pay the piper. And
> believe me when i say the cars being built in the last 3 years are very high
> tech and you will be lucky to find any independents able to work on the
> systems.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Have a Great day!
>
> kcvwdoc
>
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engine removal. Its the nature of the beast - imagine a 427 with
all today's safety and computer stuff in a Pinto or a Zephyr?
C
> To: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com>
> Re: Re: windshield washer leak!
> By: Yuri <vox@hotmail.com> to alt.autos.audi on Mon Sep 08 2003 01:35 am
>
> > By the way the guy should still take a shot at replacing that washer
> > himself. There is no greater satisfaction than doing the job yourself and
> > keeping the dollar out of the stealership's hands.
>
> But then again when you purchase a new car...you sure do want the techs there
> to jump and fix your car at the low warranty labor times the factory pays us.
>
> when these cars are out of warranty you are going to have to pay the piper. And
> believe me when i say the cars being built in the last 3 years are very high
> tech and you will be lucky to find any independents able to work on the
> systems.
>
> Good luck!
>
> Have a Great day!
>
> kcvwdoc
>
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02-24-2009, 01:29 PM
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Re: windshield washer leak!
i had this same problem suddenly appear on my allroad. i pulled the fender liner and looked around and found that the line from the tank had separated from a splitter that directed the fluid to other lines. the small plastic clip that 'held' the line on had come loose and fluid was leaking ever so slowly. i refit the line and the clip and all is well.
and by that i mean now i notice that the drivers side headlight washer line also seems to have come loose and i will need to get under the car again to investigate that.
but! the tank doesn't drain every 2 days anymore, i just avoid using the headlight washers
and by that i mean now i notice that the drivers side headlight washer line also seems to have come loose and i will need to get under the car again to investigate that.
but! the tank doesn't drain every 2 days anymore, i just avoid using the headlight washers
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