('11+) 2012 Windshield Washer Spray Pattern

ZionZR2 · 07-28-2012, 06:13 PM

On my 2012 Impreza
My Windshield washer spray pattern does not seam to hit the drivers side very effectively.

Is anyone else having a similar issue?

Is there away to adjust the spray pattern or direction with these washer nozzles?

Thanks!

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53x12 · 07-28-2012, 07:16 PM

Just take a safety pin or paper clip and stick it in the nozzle holes and adjust accordingly. At least that is how it was on my old car. Have you looked in the owners manual yet?

enfinityx · 07-29-2012, 02:23 AM

i got mine adjusted when i took it in for first oil change (mine was lower on the driver side than on the passenger side and didnt hit the top), sprays great now.

jr0bb5 · 07-29-2012, 03:02 AM

I seem to have the same problem too. Do you know how they adjusted it?

leeden · 07-29-2012, 08:18 AM

I also have the same problem.

monkeyracer · 07-29-2012, 10:53 AM

I asked my dealership about this, and they say that is how it is designed. If you look at the nozzle and the cowl, it is designed to point more toward the center of the windshield.

Something about the aerodynamics of the spray at 75 mph or the fact that the drivers side wiper blade is 10 feet long...

I don't have a problem with it actually cleaning the windshield, but I did notice this when I first sprayed the washer.

ScoobyCO · 12-02-2012, 06:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZionZR2

On my 2012 Impreza
My Windshield washer spray pattern does not seam to hit the drivers side very effectively.

Is anyone else having a similar issue?

Is there away to adjust the spray pattern or direction with these washer nozzles?

Thanks!

I was having a similar issue where my drivers side nozzle was pointed way too low. Turns out the nozzles ARE adjustable. Firstly, you do NOT want to use the pin adjustment method as is acceptable for older vehicles because the nozzle orifices are specifically shaped to produce a fan spray and are made of easy to damage plastic.

How to adjust:
Tools: Small 1/8" flat screwdriver

Above and below the orifices are horizontal slots that fit a small flat screwdriver perfectly. Insert your screwdriver in either slot and carefully adjust the nozzle up/down and left/right, as needed. You should feel and see the nozzle rotate in its housing.

Test your work, re-adjust, and enjoy!

jay25RS · 12-03-2012, 10:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyCO

I was having a similar issue where my drivers side nozzle was pointed way too low. Turns out the nozzles ARE adjustable. Firstly, you do NOT want to use the pin adjustment method as is acceptable for older vehicles because the nozzle orifices are specifically shaped to produce a fan spray and are made of easy to damage plastic.

How to adjust:
Tools: Small 1/8" flat screw driver

Above and below the orifices are horizontal slots that fit a small flat screwdriver perfectly. Insert your screwdriver in either slot and carefully adjust the nozzle up/down and left/right, as needed. You should feel and see the nozzle rotate in its housing.

Test you work, readjust, and enjoy!

Good information! Thank you!

goregasm · 12-03-2012, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyCO

I was having a similar issue where my drivers side nozzle was pointed way too low. Turns out the nozzles ARE adjustable. Firstly, you do NOT want to use the pin adjustment method as is acceptable for older vehicles because the nozzle orifices are specifically shaped to produce a fan spray and are made of easy to damage plastic.

How to adjust:
Tools: Small 1/8" flat screwdriver

Above and below the orifices are horizontal slots that fit a small flat screwdriver perfectly. Insert your screwdriver in either slot and carefully adjust the nozzle up/down and left/right, as needed. You should feel and see the nozzle rotate in its housing.

Test your work, re-adjust, and enjoy!

YOU ARE SEX

ZionZR2 · 12-03-2012, 06:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScoobyCO

...

How to adjust:
Tools: Small 1/8" flat screwdriver

Above and below the orifices are horizontal slots that fit a small flat screwdriver perfectly. Insert your screwdriver in either slot and carefully adjust the nozzle up/down and left/right, as needed. You should feel and see the nozzle rotate in its housing.

Test your work, re-adjust, and enjoy!

Thanks Very Much!!

I think I have dialed in just right now!!!

finklejag · 12-03-2012, 06:25 PM

My drivers side was hitting low. I moved it up a little. It sprays in the center of the windshield now.

pkL · 12-03-2012, 09:26 PM

Thanks, going to try this too.

07-28-2012, 06:13 PM	#1
ZionZR2 Scooby Newbie Member#: 319990 Join Date: May 2012 Chapter/Region: TXIC Location: Austin, TX Vehicle: 2012 Imp Prm 5D CVT Dark Grey Metallic	2012 Windshield Washer Spray Pattern On my 2012 Impreza My Windshield washer spray pattern does not seam to hit the drivers side very effectively. Is anyone else having a similar issue? Is there away to adjust the spray pattern or direction with these washer nozzles? Thanks! * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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07-28-2012, 07:16 PM	#2
53x12 Scooby Specialist Member#: 206332 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: In a tent	Just take a safety pin or paper clip and stick it in the nozzle holes and adjust accordingly. At least that is how it was on my old car. Have you looked in the owners manual yet?

07-29-2012, 02:23 AM	#3
enfinityx Scooby Newbie Member#: 326440 Join Date: Jul 2012 Vehicle: 2012 impreza	i got mine adjusted when i took it in for first oil change (mine was lower on the driver side than on the passenger side and didnt hit the top), sprays great now.

07-29-2012, 03:02 AM	#4
jr0bb5 NASIOC Supporter Member#: 315353 Join Date: Apr 2012 Chapter/Region: NESIC Location: MA Vehicle: 2012 Impreza Sp Prem 5MT OBP/DGM	I seem to have the same problem too. Do you know how they adjusted it?

07-29-2012, 08:18 AM	#5
leeden Scooby Newbie Member#: 41654 Join Date: Aug 2003 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: NJ Vehicle: 2005 Impreza WRX STi 2012 Sport Limited	I also have the same problem.

07-29-2012, 10:53 AM	#6
monkeyracer Scooby Newbie Member#: 308583 Join Date: Jan 2012 Chapter/Region: RMIC Location: Lakehood, CO Vehicle: 2012 Impreza Sport OBP/DGM 5-Sp	I asked my dealership about this, and they say that is how it is designed. If you look at the nozzle and the cowl, it is designed to point more toward the center of the windshield. Something about the aerodynamics of the spray at 75 mph or the fact that the drivers side wiper blade is 10 feet long... I don't have a problem with it actually cleaning the windshield, but I did notice this when I first sprayed the washer.

12-03-2012, 06:25 PM	#11
finklejag Scooby Newbie Member#: 318622 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Portland, OR Vehicle: 2012 Impreza	My drivers side was hitting low. I moved it up a little. It sprays in the center of the windshield now.

12-03-2012, 09:26 PM	#12
pkL Scooby Specialist Member#: 313093 Join Date: Mar 2012 Chapter/Region: VIC Location: Vancouver Area Vehicle: 2012 Impreza 2.0i 5-door Sport. Dark Grey	Thanks, going to try this too.