Washer Nozzle
On-vehicle Inspection ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Operate the washer nozzle sub-assembly and check the position that the washer fluid hits the windshield.
Standard:
Washer fluid hits the windshield glass in the areas shown in the illustration.
Text in Illustration *a |
Upper Limit |
*b |
Standard |
*c |
Lower Limit |
*d |
Vehicle center line |
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Reference |
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HINT:
If the result is not as specified, replace the washer nozzle sub-assembly.
Adjustment ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE1. REMOVE WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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2. ADJUST WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Select a washer nozzle so that the contact area is within the standard. Replace the washer nozzle with the selected one.
Text in Illustration *a |
Washer Fluid Spray Angle |
*b |
Part Number |
*c |
Identification Mark |
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3. INSTALL WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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1. INSTALL WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Connect a new washer nozzle sub-assembly to the washer hose.
(b) Engage the 2 claws to install the washer nozzle sub-assembly as shown in the illustration. |
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2. INSPECT WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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3. ADJUST WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
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1. REMOVE WASHER NOZZLE SUB-ASSEMBLY
HINT:
Use the same procedure for both sides.
(a) Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 2 claws to separate the washer nozzle sub-assembly as shown in the illustration. Text in Illustration
NOTICE: Do not damage the windshield glass. |
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(b) Remove the washer nozzle sub-assembly from the washer hose. NOTICE: Washer nozzle sub-assembly cannot be reused. |
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Test yourself
A quick Toyota Tacoma quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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