So I went ahead and installed this generic external windshield washer pump from Autozone, #5-861 for $13.99. Having a functional washer pump may not be a big deal in the warmer parts of the country, but in parts of the country where it snows you'll soon realize that a working washer pump is very desirable, not to mention a big plus for safety.

Here's what I found:

First, it works. You just have to remember that the fluid will come out of the side outlet. The top inlet attaches to washer reservoir. Also, you'll need to prime the top hose from the pump to the reservoir. Just suck it manually until it's full, then attach to the top of the pump inlet. The pump wiring is labeled with positive and negative, so just match it with the original wires. It my case, the original wire with the yellow strip that was positive, but double check your own wires.

Some thoughts about this:
Well, I saved some money. Second, the OEM spray nozzle s*cks. It looks like somebody is peeing on your windshield. It doesn't have that nice spray pattern what we take for granted with newer cars.

So, my question out there. Has anybody modified that spray pattern? Attached a different nozzle? I have an extra nozzle that I was playing around with trying to attach it. Problem is that these nozzles are plastic, but the outlet nozzle is copper (or some sort of metal). It looks doable though, that's why I'm asking if anybody has tried it yet.

Thanks,
bigmaq

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2009 R350, now the daily driver
1980 300SD, was the daily driver

Try this thread. I know someone has done this. . .

Let us know if you have any luck.

John

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
2002 F250 powerstroke with Plantdrive WVO conversion
1983 300SD 190K miles ,sold
2006 E320 CDI

FWIW, I bought a new OEM style pump and it was ~$20 about 6 months ago. Fastlane should have it for about that price.

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John Robbins
'05 E320 CDI - 240k
'87 300TD - 318k

Yep....********az has it even cheaper.....so there's really no point in buying an aftermarket pump. I am all about OEM.

The nozzle pattern can be adjusted...

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-diesel is not just a fuel, its a way of life-
'15 GLK250 Bluetec 118k - mine - (OC-123,800)
'17 Metris(VITO!) - 37k - wifes (OC-41k)
'09 Sprinter 3500 Winnebago View - 62k (OC - 67k)
'13 ML350 Bluetec - 95k - dad's (OC-98k)
'01 SL500 - 103k(km) - dad's (OC-110,000km)
'16 E400 4matic Sedan - 148k - Brothers (OC-155k)

How so? I replaced the CD's with stock parts, instead of dribbling on the hood, they now spray over the roof at interstate speeds.

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83 SD

84 CD

The nozzles are little ball joint kinda deals. Stick a paper clip into the hole and you can move it around and aim it where you want.

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"spreading a trail of obnoxious where ever we go"
1981 300sd w/ 341,500 miles

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