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Old Dec 22, 2007 | 01:34 PM
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I'm leaking washer fluid by my front left tire. A few weeks ago my DIC reported low washer fluid. I filled it up and started noticing more puddles by my tire. I got in this morning and received the low washer fluid message again. So, I obviously have a leak and a pretty bad one that drains rapidly.

I did a search and found the following thread. Do you think the part/bulletin in this thread could fix my problem - or does it appear to be something more severe??

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...k+washer+fluid

Interested to know if anyone else has experienced and fixed this or a similar problem. Thanks
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Something that you can do is simply unbolt the washer tank from the fender and see if you can see any fluid leaking from the tank. It will also allow you to feel the hose that goes into the washer tank to see if it maybe is leaking.
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
Something that you can do is simply unbolt the washer tank from the fender and see if you can see any fluid leaking from the tank. It will also allow you to feel the hose that goes into the washer tank to see if it maybe is leaking.


Pretty easy to get to.
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Thanks Jack - I unbolted the tank and all looks good (no leak), so it must be leaking from somewhere else??
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I think its leaking out of the sprayers down the cowl. I just put some more fluid in the tank and I'll keep a close eye on it.
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I experinced the same problem. Thought the tank was leaking, but after closer inspection I noticed some washer stain on the pump. Replaced the pump and had no further problems. Hope this helps.
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Originally Posted by 98my1stvette
I experinced the same problem. Thought the tank was leaking, but after closer inspection I noticed some washer stain on the pump. Replaced the pump and had no further problems. Hope this helps.
Thanks Paul - hey, sorry for the stupid question....but where is the pump located?
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Old Dec 23, 2007 | 02:40 PM
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Thanks Paul - hey, sorry for the stupid question....but where is the pump located?
It is under the tank. Remove the bolts holding the tank, unplug the elec connector and you will be able to lift it up to see the pump it, is on the bottom of the tank. Your leak probably will be in that area. JMHO
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