GT86 Windshield Washer Heater Issue

Hey, I'm having an issue with my 2014 Toyota GT86 (gasoline engine). My windshield washer heater seems to be kaput. I'm getting an error code, and the spray nozzles are frozen solid when it gets cold. I've checked the washer fluid level, and that's fine. I am not sure where to start looking for the heater itself. Any ideas?

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I had a similar drama with my GT86 – though I didn't check the error codes. Same symptoms though: frozen washer jets when it was freezing. The most likely cause is a dodgy cable or plug connection to the heater element itself. Have you checked the connection to the washer motor? Is power getting there?

Thanks for the tip! Where exactly is the washer motor and the heating element located? I'm not very experienced when it comes to working on cars myself.

Okay, so on mine, the washer bottle and motor are in the front, behind the bumper on the passenger side. You can access it by removing the wheel arch liner. Honestly, unless you're confident with car electrics, I'd suggest getting a workshop to check the connections and the heater element. I ended up doing that myself. It cost me 95€, including parts and labour.

Thanks a bunch for the advice! I'll take it to a local workshop and have them check the connections and the heating element itself. Hopefully, it won't cost me too much. I appreciate the help!

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