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Omega Help Area => Omega General Help => Topic started by: netlon on 21 December 2007, 11:52:15

Title: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: netlon on 21 December 2007, 11:52:15

Hi there.

I used the windscreen/headlamp washer last night and there was a big spray of water onto nearside headlamp. I'm assuming the tube is either split or has become detached, but I'm unsure about the correct way to get at it to check. I had a quick look today but it seems like the headlamp unit will have to come off. I'm no mechanic so I don't want to get myself into a kerfuffle especially in this weather plus I'll need the car later. Any advice welcome. TIA, Andrew

'97 3.0 elite auto estate

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: razzo on 21 December 2007, 15:47:24

Hi Andrew seems like normal operation to me, when you use the washers the headlight ones pop out about 2 inches & spray the lens but if you want to pull them apart grab the washer & gently pull it towards you, hopefully all will be revealed  :y

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: netlon on 24 December 2007, 09:24:44

Hi there. Sorry for the late reply and thanks for the advice. I found the problem. One of the small inserts into the spray unit has fallen out or been removed, sending a waterfall of water all over the bonnet. I'll have to plug it for now til I can replace it.

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: Andy B on 24 December 2007, 10:05:32

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....... I'll have to plug it for now til I can replace it.

Start saving!  :o They're silly money new from Vx and like hen's teeth 2nd hand. :(  :y

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: netlon on 24 December 2007, 10:42:03

Crivvens  :'(

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: ghondie on 24 December 2007, 15:24:31

yeah i can vouch for that well over £35 for em, i have the bead bit in my center console (i was adjusting them and it poped out) since then i have not been able to get it to stay in. may have to use some super glue or something  8-)

Title: Re: Headlamp washer tube inspection.
Post by: markrl on 26 December 2007, 17:17:32

Yes about £36 and very easily removed and prone to being stolen  >:( >:(