Madjik_Man Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Okay, so I did a search and I didn't find anything regarding this (imagine that ) But I ran out of wiper fluid yesterday and the warning light didn't come on. I think there's a warning light, no? When I look at my instrument panel I can see the unlit icon right next to the low fuel warning light. Can anyone confirm of this thing should light up or if it's a bogey? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molal24 Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Same thing happened with me. Light comes on when I first turn on the car. Then when I'm out it doesn't wanna come on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjik_Man Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 Same thing happened with me. Light comes on when I first turn on the car. Then when I'm out it doesn't wanna come on... likewise nice feature Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franklin Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Mine comes on when its empty. I push for fluid and get no liqiud. The light comes on ... MT Thanks. Maybe put the senser up a little higher in the jug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absolutsnwbrdr Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I have the same issue... lights up on startup, but not when empty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJS5689 Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Same thing happened to me. I was driving home in awful weather, had my windshield caked up with salt on the highway. Went to use some fluid and nothing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LGT Dave Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 My manual doesn't list a light for the windshield washer fluid. I guess this is something they changed in '07? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongemonster Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I know I don't have one. Ran out the other day. I know it takes a full jug but come on. My old volvo didn't even have a fuel light but it had a low washer light. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackhore Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Just because there's a space for a light in the cluster, doesn't mean there is a light or a low fluid sensor. I know for a fact the 06 cluster has no light on the circuit board behind the cluster symbol. http://www.photodump.org/stored26/theresnolightinthere.JPG Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenNorthLGT Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Ran mine dry several times, light has never been on. I didnt realize until this thread that there actually is a spot on the dash that doesnt light....lol...hooray for last minute budget cuts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djsnoops Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Just because there's a space for a light in the cluster, doesn't mean there is a light or a low fluid sensor. I know for a fact the 06 cluster has no light on the circuit board behind the cluster symbol. good to know because i didnt know if mine was low or not...guess ill fill it up just incase now that i know i wont be getting a warning. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madjik_Man Posted January 24, 2009 Author Share Posted January 24, 2009 Just because there's a space for a light in the cluster, doesn't mean there is a light or a low fluid sensor. I know for a fact the 06 cluster has no light on the circuit board behind the cluster symbol. http://www.photodump.org/stored26/theresnolightinthere.JPG thanks for the info. well that just seems silly having that warning light is crucial here in the Winter when driving mountain passes... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Which box is for the low washer fluid light? I didn't even know that there was one. Maybe if we solder in an LED it will light up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trackhore Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Which box is for the low washer fluid light? I didn't even know that there was one. Maybe if we solder in an LED it will light up? Knock yourself out, then after you finish that project, run wire from the cluster into the engine bay and connect it to the low fluid sensor that's not there. Wait, install low fluid sensor first, then install light in the cluster, then tun wire to the engine bay and connect it to the low fluid sensor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 I suspect that the cluster was designed with future models in mind to avoid having to re-design it for the next MY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluesuby Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 Didn't I read somewhere that the light is only "wired" on Subarus sold in Canada? No matter....if the reservoir holds a jug of fluid, it's not too difficult to maintain some level of fluid in there. Maybe it's because Canada is so cold it's no fun standing in front of the car pouring washer fluid in when you don't really have to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDork Posted January 24, 2009 Share Posted January 24, 2009 has anyone had a pump die? i guess i should check the lines but i have fluid in the tank but nothing happens when i pull the stalk...sucks with the winter roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrozenNorthLGT Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Frozen lines are way more common then dead pumps, have someone listen to the tank while pulling the stalk...Seems everyday at work this time of year someone comes in with that problem because they used a washer fluid that wasnt good for the colder temps....as a rule of thumb, anything green is usually only summer (Rain-x bug wash, and Prestone bug wash come to mind) +24 degrees and they WILL freeze, any blue's are usually basic winter fluid, good for about -25 max, and Prestone De-icer (yellow) and Rain-x Bug/De-Icer (orange) are good for -34 or more. Of course you can usually cheat and throw in some rubbing alcohol to lower the freezing point, but I dont reccommend that since I dont know how tolerant of pure alcohol the washer pump is....my $.02 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDork Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 thanks. when i checked the fluid the other night (it was below freezing) it was blue and not frozen. i dont hear the pump when i pull the stalk either...ill have someone listen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rice_rocket Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 You know what... I tried to pull the stalk for day on my "new to me" LGT.... Then I said.. hey, look there's this button on the end of the stalk. On some of my older cars it used to be the fluid. BUZZZZ.... it works for the fluid! I've just come to think that my stalk switch is broken or else it really doesn't spray when you pull it. Anyone? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbc84 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 i didnt even know we had a light, now imma have to go turn my car on to look, and maybe drain my fluid so i can see if it lights up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 You know what... I tried to pull the stalk for day on my "new to me" LGT.... Then I said.. hey, look there's this button on the end of the stalk. On some of my older cars it used to be the fluid. BUZZZZ.... it works for the fluid! I've just come to think that my stalk switch is broken or else it really doesn't spray when you pull it. Anyone? You mean the 'mist' feature? Pull and the wipers wipe just once? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rice_rocket Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Yes, my Mist feature button works... but pulling the stalk does not emit a spray. I'm thinking my stalk/switch in the stalk is faulty... Wondering if the previous poster has the same problem, and not a frozen fluid reservoir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Yes, my Mist feature button works... but pulling the stalk does not emit a spray. I'm thinking my stalk/switch in the stalk is faulty... Wondering if the previous poster has the same problem, and not a frozen fluid reservoir. You got it reversed. The button on the end of the stalk is the only thing that will activate the spray. You pull the stalk towards you for the 'mist' feature. One wipe with no spray (to wipe away the mist). If you don't release the stalk, the wipers will continuously wipe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SubiGT Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Didn't I read somewhere that the light is only "wired" on Subarus sold in Canada? No matter....if the reservoir holds a jug of fluid, it's not too difficult to maintain some level of fluid in there. Maybe it's because Canada is so cold it's no fun standing in front of the car pouring washer fluid in when you don't really have to. You got it wrong. It's because Canadians must have everything regulated for them. Their government has taught them that they don't have to think for themselves anymore, the government will provide all. Many Shuvs and Zuuls knew what it was to be roasted in the depths of the Slor that day, I can tell you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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