XC90 Headlight Washer Nozzle

MikeA · Feb 26th, 2012, 23:08

Last year I lost both headlight washer covers during the cold snap. I ordered new ones from the dealer after reading on here that it was quite a common problem. However, when I went to fit them I couldn't see how to attach them. I put off sorting it out but I think I will have to get them sorted for the new tougher MOT, mine runs out at the beginning of March.

I rang the dealer last week and mentioned that there was nowhere to attach the caps to and was told that he'd never come across that before but if it was the case I'd need two complete units, I forget the cost but it was 400 quid plus.

It looks as though the washer nozzle has disappeared along with the covers, from what the dealer is saying there's no such part for my 2006 (newer model). I can see the part for the older model on a US site here

Does anyone know if a similar part is available for the newer model?

I've included a (poor) photo of what I have left for what it's worth

BTW is this a fail with the new MOT rules?

Any help appreciated

MikeA

gmonag · Feb 27th, 2012, 01:12

The nozzles push and click into the end of the pipes on the picture. The covers attach to the nozzles, so if you lose the nozzles the covers are gone too. The nozzles and covers are available separately (the covers come unpainted so you will need a can of colour and clear laquer). If the ends of the washer pipes are damaged the nozzles might not reamain attached so you will need to obtain complete units.
To fit the nozzles, pull the pipe out (it is on quite a strong spring), hold it out with a pair of mole grips or similar and push in the nozzle until it clicks. Then attach the cover and adjust the amount the nozzle is pushed in (there are about 6-8 clicks) to get a close fit between the cover and bumper when retracted.

Greg

CherokeeDriver · Feb 27th, 2012, 10:19

This has to be the crappiest design ever. I've lost a set already, and had to replace both the cover and the pipework.

MikeA · Feb 27th, 2012, 13:40

Greg, thanks for the advice, good to hear I shouldn't have to replace the whole units, I'll get back on to the dealer.

CD - agreed, well that, the minidisk, alarm that wakes me at 3am and the soot regeneration issue which cost me last month

Still think it's the best car I've owned though but at 6 years with 88K on the clock, I'm wondering whether I should stick or twist.

docjd · Feb 27th, 2012, 14:23

agreed with poor design -last cover was lost on the m1 somewhere!-paint job was easy as its only a little area!

Ollybee · Feb 5th, 2017, 17:05

Excellent. Got one of ebay and sprayed it. And using this feed fitted it in matter of seconds. Thanks Guys.

Feb 26th, 2012, 23:08	#1
MikeA New Member Last Online: Dec 7th, 2012 14:05 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: West Wales	XC90 Headlight Washer Nozzle Last year I lost both headlight washer covers during the cold snap. I ordered new ones from the dealer after reading on here that it was quite a common problem. However, when I went to fit them I couldn't see how to attach them. I put off sorting it out but I think I will have to get them sorted for the new tougher MOT, mine runs out at the beginning of March. I rang the dealer last week and mentioned that there was nowhere to attach the caps to and was told that he'd never come across that before but if it was the case I'd need two complete units, I forget the cost but it was 400 quid plus. It looks as though the washer nozzle has disappeared along with the covers, from what the dealer is saying there's no such part for my 2006 (newer model). I can see the part for the older model on a US site here Does anyone know if a similar part is available for the newer model? I've included a (poor) photo of what I have left for what it's worth BTW is this a fail with the new MOT rules? Any help appreciated MikeA

Feb 27th, 2012, 01:12	#2
gmonag Premier Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2024 17:24 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Bury St Edmunds	The nozzles push and click into the end of the pipes on the picture. The covers attach to the nozzles, so if you lose the nozzles the covers are gone too. The nozzles and covers are available separately (the covers come unpainted so you will need a can of colour and clear laquer). If the ends of the washer pipes are damaged the nozzles might not reamain attached so you will need to obtain complete units. To fit the nozzles, pull the pipe out (it is on quite a strong spring), hold it out with a pair of mole grips or similar and push in the nozzle until it clicks. Then attach the cover and adjust the amount the nozzle is pushed in (there are about 6-8 clicks) to get a close fit between the cover and bumper when retracted. Greg

Feb 27th, 2012, 10:19	#3
CherokeeDriver Junior Member Last Online: Oct 20th, 2012 19:15 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: London	This has to be the crappiest design ever. I've lost a set already, and had to replace both the cover and the pipework.

Feb 27th, 2012, 13:40	#4
MikeA New Member Last Online: Dec 7th, 2012 14:05 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: West Wales	Greg, thanks for the advice, good to hear I shouldn't have to replace the whole units, I'll get back on to the dealer. CD - agreed, well that, the minidisk, alarm that wakes me at 3am and the soot regeneration issue which cost me last month Still think it's the best car I've owned though but at 6 years with 88K on the clock, I'm wondering whether I should stick or twist.

Feb 27th, 2012, 14:23	#5
docjd Senior Member Last Online: Aug 10th, 2023 19:51 Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Chandlers Ford	agreed with poor design -last cover was lost on the m1 somewhere!-paint job was easy as its only a little area!

Feb 5th, 2017, 17:05	#6
Ollybee New Member Last Online: Jun 21st, 2019 13:31 Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Portrush	Excellent. Got one of ebay and sprayed it. And using this feed fitted it in matter of seconds. Thanks Guys.

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