systemr

Symptoms: Wiper fluid very very weak, barely even reaches the windshield. Forgot to check fluid level after I parked car in secure lot but no low fluid warning so guess that's ok? Searched the forum and haven't found anything relevant.

thoughts?

StormRune

On a prior BMW I made the mistake of using a RainX windshield washer fluid (orange stuff) that somehow turned into a muddled gel in the tank over time and clogged the in-tank filter. The tank had to be replaced to clear things up. Hopefully you haven't used any of their fluids? There was mention of a class-action lawsuit in 2015 about this in web searches so maybe they've resolved this by now. Amazon is showing 62% 1 star reviews for the same reasons.

More likely is a leak somewhere else in the line perhaps causing a loss of pressure? It might be worth checking for fluid dripping out somewhere it shouldn't be after using the washers, then tracing that to its source. There have been more than one report on here of leaks in the tubing.

oolor13

saeyedoc

I recently had a similar problem, it too was a cracked hose, repaired under CPO

Jay-S

I've had the cracked hose problem as well.

systemr

nailed it guys, cracked hose on drivers side...

just my luck that CPO expired in July....

looks like there is a DIY for it, but might do with the just patching it up with a section of clear tubing, aquarium air lines?

https://rennlist.com/forums/diy-subm...placement.html

DBH

How is your relationship with your dealer? As this is a known fault, and you are "just" past CPO coverage the dealer might do a "goodwill" repair for you. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

pfan

We need to start a goodwill list:

Windshield wiper hose
Engine lid/frunk struts
Door panel separation
COV failures
Crank position sensor
and my personal favorite .................. the STUMBLE

(Disclaimer: This remains the most enjoyable car I've ever owned).