Washer hose breaking = TSB?

[alceryes]

'04 DC3
My driver side washer hose completely broke off of the connector under the hood. I think I remember reading something about a TSB regarding this. Can anyone point me to the TSB?

Thanks.

[blackboosty]

Was there a TSB??? This happened to me, but I just bought new nozzles from MOPAR...

[quicksilverdon]

Haven't heard of it, now 2 of you???????[:I]

[blackboosty]

Yep, it seems the plastic washer nozzles can't stand the heat of the turbo! I actually bought 3 sets from Tommy when mine went, as my wife and mother both drive PT GT's, so it's probably only a matter of time....

[Herschel]

I really wasn't going to say anything BUT, as few problems
as we have had with our PT this is REALLY a SORE SPOT.
It is nit picky but, we also have a '83 Chevy s/10 truck
with 3x more miles and the windshield squirters still work perfectly.
What to do? It comes out of warrenty in February so
I guess we'll have to take it in before then.

[04ptgetrag]

My 04 PT GT had the same problem. The core material inside the washer nozzle was so brittle, it crumbled into dust. Chrysler obviously made a big "whoopsy" on this one. I've order two nozzles, 3 retainers for the hood insulation. With shipping that's $40.

Thanks for posting. It's nice to know it not just my Cruiser with the problem.

This is weird since the cruiser is our "new" car. Also have a 2000 Gr Caravan (love it) and a 2000 Neon (would be better if it was a 5 speed).

[cruiserman]

Yup... it happened on my 2007 turbo, passenger side... haven't seen the problem on my '05 and '04 non turbos. Also got the feeling the OEM hose is a little short on the '07, which puts a strain on the nozzle's barb.

Picked up one for $20 + tax at the Chrysler dealer.

Managed to pickup two more in good shape for $3 bucks at the salvage yard. (Both came off a non-turbo vehicle.)

I wonder if a gerry-rig metal shield would keep the heat away from them on the turbo.

So if there is a TSB, would be nice to know what Chrysler has to say...

[CREWZIN]

The ONLY TSB I could find were for the rear washer nozzle leaking. Nothing about them getting too hot from the Turbo and falling apart or breaking.

[xwing777]

Just do what i did on both of our cruisers. Looks better and will last much longer than factory nozzles:

On our 2006 it developed the common leaky nozzle and i always hated the ugly hose hanging under the hood. I went looking for a solution and while there are kits for this, they are pricey. This mod cost a whole $15 to do both cars (my 2006 and 2004).

Tools needed:
13mm socket
phillips screwdriver
straight screwdriver
knife

Parts needed:
1 vacuum tee (comes in an assortment Autozone #47328)
5' 7/64" vacuum tubing
2 clip-on washer nozzles (unsure of part# or price since they were given to me at local store but they keep behind counter in an assortment box)

Parts laid out:


Close up of new nozzles:




Begin by removeing the phillips screws located in the covers under the wiper arms then pulling the plastic pins out with a screw driver to gently pry out if needed:




Pop out the covers on the wiper arms then using a 13mm socket removing the wiper arms.




Then lift out both covers. Once they are off you will see the washer line going through the firewall:




You will see were its joined together and pull it apart:




Now the tubing that runs towards to washer tank will hookup into the tee and put approx. 3' of the new hose on the left and approx 2' of the new hose on the right side:




Lay out the hose through the notch as shown while making sure the new hoses can not interfere with any moving parts (IE:The wiper arm and motor)



Now put the pastic covers back over the wiper motor and washer tank.

Now clip on the nozzles onto the arm. The drivers side is close but will work fine:



Once you have both on, gently work the ends off the new hoes onto the nipple. Then using your fingers work the hose under the spring on the back of each arm.



Once that is done install the arms back onto car and put cap cover over the nut.

Double check that the hose is routed at the bottom and does not interfere with any movement.




Now check to see if it works:




Yeah, just as good as the ugly factory nozzles do and no more ugly hose hanging under the hood. I did both of our cars under 30mins. You may can get a single vacuum tee at Napa or hardware store but i got the assortment since i didnt know what size i needed for the factory line.

[SylvieP]

Jumping Jehosaphat! that's one clever mod. I can't wait to try it out. I'm tired of replacing the windshield washer nozzles, 3 sets so far. I've also had to replace the lining under the hood because I messed up the lining by having to remove it to access the nozzles so many times. $60 for the lining replacement and $20 each time I have had to replace the nozzles. I like your idea much better. Let's hope I can find the clip-on type of nozzles.
thank you for the great photos and explanation.

SylvieP