Headlamp Washers

[atce4]

Hi,

I've got a small problem with the drivers side washer. It operates OK and washes the headlamp but only retracts part the way in afterwards. I can push it back in OK but then when I again use the washers it doesn't fully retract.

Topped up the fluid but still the same. Just wondered if anyone else has had this problem and the best way to sort it out. Car is still under warranty so could take it to Lexus but if a squirt of WD40 could cure it that would save me a journey. Thanks! :D

[ColinBarber]

just pull it up and give a good squirt of WD40 in the mechanism . That should sort it, if not then let the dealer look at it.

[atce4]

Thanks Colin I'll give it a go.

Just to clarify is it OK to pull the mechanism out as far as it will go...I don't want to break it!!

[ColinBarber]

yes although it may be safer for somebody to operate the washer and then you can get hold it up rather than having to pull it - you will get wet that way ;)

[Doodlebug]

I know this is an old thread but did you fix it with a squirt of WD40 as mine has the same problem.

:D :D :D

[atce4]

I pulled the mechanism out as far as it would go but couldn't see exactly where to squirt the WD40 so unfortunately it's just the same as it was.

The car is going in for a service in a couple of months so I'll mention it to them. If you manage to cure yours then please let me know how

[Doodlebug]

Thanks for your reply.

I pulled the washer out as far as it would go and sprayed copious amounts of WD40 down the gap but it still sticks out about 1cm.

It will retract fully if I pull it out a bit and let it go (if that makes sense).

:duh: