Electrical system

Washer system

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1 The washer system for the windscreen and the tailgate operates from a bag type fluid reservoir within the engine compartment (photo).

28.1 Washer fluid reservoir
28.1 Washer fluid reservoir

2 The reservoir bag is fitted with two pumps, one for each system (photo).

28.2 Washer pumps
28.2 Washer pumps 3 Use screen cleaning fluid mixed in the recommended proportion in the washer fluid reservoir and in very cold weather add a small quantity of methylated spirit.

4 To clear a blocked washer jet nozzle or to adjust the wash jet glass-striking pattern, insert a pin part way into the jet nozzle.

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