Adjusting the windshield washer nozzles of Lada Vesta.

By default, production Lada Vesta models are equipped with jet washer nozzles. These are the most budget modifications. The small irrigation area is one of the main disadvantages.

Many car enthusiasts practice installing fan-type washer nozzles. Let's look at how to do this with your own hands and what is needed for this using the Lada Vesta as an example.

Algorithm for replacing injectors:

1. Squeeze the parking brake.
2. We turn off the engine.
3. Open the hood.
4. We snap off the eight clips.
5. We remove the casing and rubber tubes.
6. We remove the sprinklers.
7. We insert new ones and assemble the structure in reverse order.

When to change injectors

The service life of the jets is unlimited. Injectors are replaced in case of mechanical damage, accident, impact, or ignition of the plastic housing.

Failure to replace spray nozzles in a timely manner does not have any negative consequences, except for the absence of a stream of water on the glass when the lever is pressed.

Video - after adjustment

Like any other car part, injectors can be faulty. It is important to fix the problem in time and adjust them. In this case, especially in bad weather, the injectors will ensure safety on the road.

The window washer is not the last mechanism you can do without. Just remember rainy weather or muddy roads. Incorrectly adjusted washer nozzles will render the unit useless.

How to remove the washer reservoir on a Lada Vesta

Required materials and tools:

• ratchet;
• set of heads;
• Torx T20;
• flat head screwdriver;
• knife or plastic spatula;
• new Lada Vesta washer pump as needed.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. We provide priority safety measures: we secure the rear row of wheels with wheel chocks.
2. We turn off the engine and open the hood.

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1. Unscrew the washer reservoir cap.
2. Remove the windshield blades one by one (key 14).
3. Along the perimeter of the plastic frill, unscrew the screws and fasteners, and remove the frill, under which the tank is installed.

1. Disconnect the terminals from the pump, unscrew the two retaining screws, and remove the pump.

1. On the right side of the engine compartment, remove the washer reservoir from its regular place for maintenance and replacement with a new one.
2. We assemble the structure in the reverse order of removing the tank.

The volume of the washer reservoir is 5 liters.

Installing a piece of plastic bottle

This method was invented and successfully tested by one of the Drivers, who is known there under the nickname Visteon. He is the owner of a Lada Grant, but this solution is suitable for other models.

The idea is to cut a piece of a plastic bottle that would reach the bottom of the tank, roll it into a tube and insert it into the filler hole. Thanks to this simple solution, an additional obstacle appears in the path of the water and the splashing disappears.

Everything is clearly shown in the video.

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Conclusion

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Replacing the washer reservoir or installing new nozzles is quite simple even for an inexperienced driver.

When purchasing, check the catalog numbers of spare parts with the data specified in the article above. If a non-original accessory is installed, the functionality of the equipment is not guaranteed. As for the manufacturer, there is no particular difference in quality between imported and Russian analogues. The cost of domestic spare parts is 20 - 25% cheaper.

Standard windshield washer pump (12V, 50W) for VAZ Vesta SW CROSS

Dear customers, in order to avoid errors when sending a standard windshield washer pump for LADA VESTA / LADA Vesta SW CROSS, indicate your car model and year of manufacture in the “Comment” line.

Windshield washer pump 8450008573 LADA VESTA / LADA Vesta SW CROSS is a small part that is subject to more frequent wear due to constant use. This is a unique little motor, similar to a part of toy cars, but its failure will seem like the end of the world, especially in heavy city traffic in slush or rain.

The washer is one of the important elements of the car. It keeps the windshield clean. Its use is justified in almost any weather. This is due to the fact that in the rain the window gets dirty due to cars passing by, and it is also especially dirty and slushy in the winter, but in the heat, various insects often stick to the windshield.

1. Windshield washer reservoir (8450008474), 2. Washer pump assembly (8450008573), 3. Tube from washer pump (8450007341), 4. Windshield washer tubes (8450007340), 5. Washer reservoir mounting bolt (7703602209), 6. Pipe mounting piston (7703079631), 7. seal (210103724118), 8. Window window washer jet (289308338R)

The main parts of any washer are the reservoir, pump and nozzles that supply water to the glass. The nozzles must be installed in such a way that the jet hits exactly the middle of the glass. The pump, in turn, is designed to supply water. It is worth noting that in some models, water supply is also provided to both the headlights and the rear window.

The windshield washer pump 8450008573 is a small motor that consists of an oil seal, brushes (wipers) and an impeller. The principle of operation is the forced supply of water or special windshield washer fluid. In most cases, the tank itself or the injectors are susceptible to breakdown - these parts can be replaced or simply repaired. However, a pump breakdown can lead to some confusion for car enthusiasts. After all, few people pay attention to this small detail.

A pump failure is indicated by a loss of fluid supply. If a breakdown is detected, you should immediately begin repairs, since safety and comfort depend on the cleanliness of the windows. However, the pump may not always be the reason why the car washer stops functioning. Most often this happens due to:

— clogging of the jets or the filter itself; to troubleshoot problems, it is necessary to flush the entire system, having previously disassembled it; sometimes it will be necessary to bleed out the washer system;

— damage to the tightness of the hoses supplying water, in this case you can simply replace the worn part with a new one;

— incorrect connection of parts;

— a weak connection between the pump shaft and the electric motor shaft, which can be corrected by securing the parts;

- failure of the motor itself, and before changing the element, you should try to clean the brushes and all parts, and also remove corrosion using a regular eraser.

The windshield washer 8450008573 may not only not work at all, but also not work as it should. This is very easy to determine: the pump hums, but the washer fluid either does not reach the surface or splashes in different directions. The main reasons include the following:

• • clogged nozzles or tubes (the filter is also worth checking);
• • violation of tightness (tubes often dry out and fly off);
• • wear or breakage of nozzles or connections.

It's easy to check the system. First you need to disconnect the tube from the pump fitting; if there is good pressure, you need to inspect the tubes, connectors or nozzles. Damaged tubes and connections should be replaced, and injectors are most often simply clogged with dirt. You can clean them in place without removing them, using a regular pin or needle, although for convenience it is better to remove the nozzle. The main thing is to adjust the direction of the jet with the same pin.

Another common problem is when the washer stops working in winter. On most cars, the washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment, and in harsh climatic conditions, the washer fluid often crystallizes and turns into mush, especially if we are talking about a cheap washer fluid purchased on the highway. It is not recommended to dilute such a liquid with warm water, because the liquid will freeze in the tubes, then you will have to remove them all and warm them up.

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Windshield washer pumps: tested 6 options

The most popular windshield washer pumps, which are suitable for many VAZ models (from Samara to Granta), Datsuns, as well as UAZs and GAZelles, were taken for examination. There are plenty of such cars on our roads, many are far from youthful in age, and therefore the demand for these parts is steady.

Besides old age (wear and tear), the most common causes of breakdowns are internal corrosion or freezing with water. By the way, such pumps can easily handle dry operation, since their design does not provide for liquid cooling.

For testing, we purchased six copies from different manufacturers - in our dossier they are arranged in alphabetical order.

270 ₽ Stated pressure

— atm Terminals are not sealed.
The shaft seal does not hold pressure: the cuff is very weak - it will quickly lose its tightness. Drainage is provided. Productivity is the lowest in the sample. Conclusion: don't buy