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Fan nozzle models are in many ways superior to their jet counterparts, but still have some disadvantages that appear during long-term operation. The most unpleasant problem for most car enthusiasts is the mechanism’s ability to freeze at low temperatures.

You can avoid unnecessary expenses in another simple way. On the inside of the hood, where the injectors are installed, you need to cut out the insulation - a circle with a diameter of 20 cm. This will help warm the jets with the flow from the running engine. The method showed itself perfectly even in severe frosts. The main advantage of this modification is its simplicity and low cost.

Replacing injectors

How to set up washer nozzles on Vesta:

You need to lift the hood, then remove the insulation (lining on the inside) and the frill. The insulation is attached to special clips, the design of which allows for ease of dismantling and installation.
Under the hood, find rubber tubes connected to the washer reservoir on one side and to the injectors on the other. Remove the old jets and put new ones in their place.

Any car enthusiast can handle replacing washer parts.

Installing fan nozzles will significantly improve the quality of windshield wiper cleaning. In addition, many drivers note that fan jets, in comparison with jet models, consume fluid more economically.

Installation procedure and required tools

You don’t need practically anything from a tool; you just need a flat-head screwdriver to pry up the plastic clips that secure the hood trim, and perhaps pliers to tighten the nuts of the jets themselves.

The first step is to open the hood and use a screwdriver to remove the clips securing the hood trim in the places where the jets are located. It is not necessary to completely remove the trim; everything can be done by bending the edges.

After this, we put our hand under the trim, bending it a little, and remove the hose from the washer nozzle, after which we remove the nozzle from the hood.

We insert a new one, tighten the nut that secures it, in my case I needed a 12mm wrench, and put the hose back on.

And this is what it looks like after installing these accessories.

These things are very convenient, since the direction of water flow is adjustable in all directions, unlike cheap options. By the way, I forgot to say about the price: I paid 120 rubles for a couple of these pieces. Adjustable with a thin screwdriver, as I already said, in all directions: right, left and up, down.

After setting up the sprinklers, the effect is simply amazing. Can't compare with factory sprinklers, which were no good at all. Now, when the washer is turned on, the entire glass is completely covered with water and is cleaned instantly over the entire area of the wipers. I think that in the video attached above, the difference between the standard and new fans is noticeable.

Which injectors are best installed on the Vesta?

If you are not satisfied with the performance of standard spare parts, they can be replaced with analogues from other manufacturers. Instead of standard jet injectors, fan-type injectors (1.6 2022 and other models) or equipment for other cars are often installed on Vesta.

Most owners of Lada Vesta, Lada Cross and Grant prefer to install jets from Volvo (cost about 250 rubles), from the Korean manufacturer Sang Yong (number 7845009010 at a price of 120 rubles) or Toyota (catalog number 85381-AA042b).

Which washer nozzles are best to choose?

Instead of standard jets, a large number of fan injectors can be installed on Lada cars, here are some of them (the table is in the process of being filled out, leave feedback in the comments):

In addition to new injectors, it is recommended to perform one more modification - install a check valve.

It is worth noting that not only the quality of windshield washing, but also fluid consumption depends on the type of jets. Spraying too much will not allow you to spray the entire area of the glass at high speed (small splashes from the wind will only fall on the lower part of the windshield), and too much spray will quickly empty the washer reservoir. What washer nozzles do you recommend?

Where to buy: in our online store (category Windshield wipers).

Let us remind you that other modifications of Lada cars can be found in the corresponding categories (Priora, Granta, Kalina, Largus, Niva 4x4, Vesta or XRAY).

What it is

We have already discussed washer nozzles for car windshields. But this time I would like to dwell in more detail on fan devices.

If you have noticed, recently many modern cars have been equipped with new, useful and simply interesting solutions. Even in the basic configurations of inexpensive cars you can find heated seats, a heated rear window, and a number of other devices and solutions.

Among them, it is worth highlighting the fan nozzles on the windshield wiper. Increasingly, they are being installed on cars by automakers.

A distinctive feature of the fan is the method of water supply. If conventional jet devices deliver 2-3 separate jets through special nozzles, then a continuous front of water droplets is created here. This allows you to cover most of the windshield at once. Outwardly, it looks like an open fan. Hence the corresponding name.

And here many people think whether they should buy a similar solution for Renault Logan or Megan, VAZ 2114, Hyundai Solaris, Renault Duster, Kia Rio or any other car. Not everyone understands whether they will be useful and how the behavior of the windshield washer will change after changing the nozzles.

But let's be honest. Toyota, Nissan, Volvo and many other modern foreign cars already have fans installed from the factory. Therefore, there are objective reasons for this. They are obviously better than regular jet sprayers. But even if you have a Priora, Kalina or Chevrolet Niva, no one will forbid you to change the injectors. In addition, there will be no need to make other major modifications to the windshield wiper system.

Advantages and disadvantages

Even in Moscow, driving a car with jet injectors is not a shame. Car owners should consider all the advantages and disadvantages of their decision before making it. After all, there is so much controversy surrounding car mini air conditioners.

Automotive innovations do not always justify financial investments in them.

Therefore, I propose to look at the strengths and weaknesses of fan nozzles. This will allow you to finally decide whether it is worth buying and installing them or not.

Let's start with the positive qualities. These include:

the washer fluid is supplied more evenly and distributed throughout the glass;
brushes work more efficiently when passing through wet glass, rather than through dry dust and dirt;
solid dirt, plaque and stuck insects are better removed;
the risk of scratching the glass with dry brushes is reduced;
In some cars, washer fluid consumption is reduced.

Principle of operation

The windshield wipers clean the windshield from raindrops, dust, midges, and other contaminants using the washer. The efficiency of the device depends on the serviceability and correct adjustment of the jets. For high-quality cleaning, the direction and intensity of spraying are important.

To choose the right washer nozzles for a Vesta or other car, you need to know the type of device:

The simplest jet mechanism provides liquid supply to the surface to be washed through several channels. If the nozzle becomes clogged or the channel is contaminated, the quality of liquid atomization will be significantly reduced. Certain areas will not be washed, which will worsen the result and negatively affect the comfort and safety of movement.
The fan model creates a wide front of water spray. This ensures that the glass is quickly coated with small droplets.

The second method is more effective.

Cleaning

If the quality of liquid atomization has deteriorated significantly, and the adjustment does not help correct the situation, most likely the jets need to be cleaned of dirt. You can do this yourself.

Fan washer nozzles for Vesta. Photo source: https://www.drive2.ru/l/521819973279023330/?m=521889242511573172

There are several ways to clean dirt from sprayers:

Using a compressor. After removing the jet and washing it in soapy water, connect the nozzles to the compressor. Under strong air pressure, dirt will come out of the mechanism.
Using a syringe. A less effective, but more affordable method, which also allows you to thoroughly clean the mechanism. Instead of a compressor, use a large-volume syringe filled with clean water. The dirt should come out of the jet along with the water.
Mechanical method. You can clean the spray nozzles using a needle, pin or thin wire. The effectiveness of the method is low: it is used for significant contamination.

If such methods do not bring the expected result, and the injectors still do not provide the required pressure, it is better to remove the jets and buy new ones.

Common faults

Washer problems can be divided into two types: mechanical and electrical in origin. Among the first type of problems, the most common problems are:

There is no pressure (the channels are clogged or the liquid level is insufficient).
When using ordinary water in winter, crystallization and ice formation are possible. You need to start the car and let the engine compartment warm up. It is also advisable to replace the water with antifreeze windshield washer.
Liquid does not flow to the nozzle. A mechanical break or disconnection of the hose has occurred.
Poor fluid pressure can also be a result of blockage. The reason is most likely due to the use of unfiltered tap water.

Electrical faults:

The fuse has failed.
An open circuit between the washer control lever and the device itself.
Pump fault.

Adjustment

To understand how the nozzles on the Vesta are adjusted, you need to understand the design of the device. The mechanism is housed in a plastic case. The basis is made up of nozzles through which liquid is supplied and sprayed onto the glass under pressure. The desired direction is given using a regular needle.

The process of setting up the Vesta washer nozzles comes down to the following: carefully place the needle inside the hole, adjust the angle of inclination, changing the direction of the jet. At the same time, it is important not to overdo it, without underestimating or significantly increasing the indicator.

Selection of wiper check valve

The standard washer design may not have a check valve, which is designed to prevent liquid from flowing from the hoses back into the reservoir when the suction pump is turned off. The valve ensures continuity of liquid supply, especially when the pump is turned on, since air does not enter the pipelines through the nozzle holes. The valve is a regular spring-loaded ball that closes the nozzle hole in the absence of liquid pressure. The system can also be used without a check valve. Then it is necessary to provide a mechanical or electrical circuit for delaying the start of movement of the wipers relative to the moment of water supply. The liquid must have time to pass through the hoses from the reservoir to the nozzles before the wipers start working.

Universal check valve for Toyota injectors

Here you can use a check valve for Zhiguli models 8 and 9 under number 21080-5208550-00 in the VAZ parts catalog or a check valve from the fuel system under number 2108-1156010-01. You can also use imported valves, for example, for Volvo brands - part number 30896546 or for Toyota brands - 85321-26020. As an alternative, it is worth considering the use of a ready-made tee with a built-in check valve for Mitsubishi - part number M850641.

A non-standard, but acceptable solution is to use a check valve used in an aquarium air compressor. It is usually located in the outlet pipe of the compressor and is highly reliable and efficient. In addition to this, you can also purchase a flexible silicone tube at the pet store for making pipes for the check valve and nozzles, which are used to supply air to the aquarium. In terms of adaptability to temperature changes and service life, this tube is much superior to the standard hoses used in Zhiguli cars.