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julialoewe7
Ford G6 Headlight Washer Failure
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julialoewe7 (Author)
Thanks for the quick reply! I'll try listening for the pump. My G6 has the standard headlights, so I guess that's neither LED nor Xenon. Where exactly would I find the relay for the washer system? And how can I check the cable connection without messing anything up?
moritzherrmann1
Okay, standard headlights simplify things a bit. The relay location should be in your owner's manual, usually in the fuse box under the hood or sometimes under the dash. As for the cable connection, look for any obvious corrosion or loose wires where the pump is connected. If you're not comfortable probing around with a multimeter, honestly, it might be worth a quick trip to a trusted workshop. They can diagnose it quickly and prevent you from accidentally frying something. Based on what you've described, it's likely a faulty pump, a wiring issue, or a clogged line, but without proper tools, it's tough to pinpoint.
julialoewe7 (Author)
You were spot on about needing to go to the workshop! Turns out it was a defective cable connection of the pump, just like you suspected. Cost me 165€ to get it sorted. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!
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moritzherrmann1
Sounds like a blocked pipe, like an artery getting clogged, or a dodgy pump. It's a bit odd both went at the same time though. The headlight washer pump and the windshield washer pump are usually separate, but sometimes they share a reservoir. Have you tried listening closely when you activate either washer? You should be able to hear the pump whirring, even if it's not pushing fluid. If you hear nothing, it points to a power issue or a dead pump. Given both are out, check the cable connection of the pump or the relay. Do you have LED or Xenon headlights?