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A - Windscreen washer/headlight washer fluid tank
B - Headlight washer pump
C - Headlight washer pipes
D - Headlight washer spray nozzles
The headlight washer system consists of a fluid tank (A), which is shared with the windscreen washer
system, an electric pump (B), a timer and two telescopic spray nozzles (D).
The headlight washer fluid tank (A) is located behind the rear section of the front left wheelhouse and is fixed
to the chassis.
The electric pump (B) is mounted on the tank (A).
The electric pump (B) and the spray nozzles (D) are linked by the pipes (C).
The spray nozzles (D) are integrated into the headlight units and are concealed by a protective cover when
not in use.
To wash the headlights correctly, pull the relative steering column stalk twice in succession, with the low
beams switched on.
The circuit exploits the pressure created by the pump in the circuit to raise the spray nozzles (D) and optimise
jet orientation.
The washer circuit is controlled by a timer.
At the end of the wash cycle, the electric pump (B) is switched off and the spray nozzles (D) drop back under
their own weight.
Periodically check that the spray nozzles (D) are clean.
The headlight washer fluid is topped up via a filler neck, which is accessible from the engine compartment.
As the pump is not self priming, the fluid pickup duct must be immersed at all times to ensure correct
function.
Diagnosing windscreen washer fluid leakage
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