1.Feb.2014
Changing Front Lower Control Arm
11.Nov.2013
10.Nov.2013
24.July.2013
14.Mar.2013
Changing Rear Anti-RollBar Bushes
13.Mar.2013
Dipped (low) Beam Bulb Replacement
25.Feb.2013
MAF Sensor Repair or Replacement
15.Feb.2013
Front Brake Disc(Rotor) Replacement
30.Jan.2013
26.Nov.2012
24.June.2012
UK Insurance Group Ratings Added
14.June.2012
Diesel Vehicle Service Sheet Added
14.June.2012
Petrol Vehicle Service Sheet Added
22.Jan.2012
23.Oct.2011
Jaguar X-Type General Maintenance
Windscreen (Windshield) Washers)
Not a difficult job, to maintain these but if they are not used for a prolonged period they can block, especially when using some of the modern detergents.The most likely blockages occur in the Non-Return ValvesJaguar do not specify a part number for these , or in the spray heads (jets)Jaguar part number C2S16868 , themselves.


These are very expensive parts, the non return valve can be changed for a generic unit, but the spray heads should be replaced with Jaguar parts.
Repair
If the units are very badly blocked its worth removing them and soaking in warm soapy water, however a quick on-vehicle repair can be done as follows:-For faulty RH Side Jet
Disconnect the RH pipe at the exit to the non-return valve. Then remove valve from the pipe.


Using an Air duster


Re assemble the unit ensuring that the valve is replaced with the flow in the correct direction. Fill the washer bottle and test.
For a blocked LH side jet
Disconnect the RH pipe at the exit to the non-return valve.
Disconnect the LH pipe at the exit to the non-return valve.
The direction of flow is clearly indicated on the top of the valve.
Using an Air duster
