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Old 02-10-2024, 11:46 AM   #1
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Windshield washer fluid leak

My '16 ATS-V is leaking windshield washer fluid to the point that the tank is empty in a few days. I've searched but didn't find any history of this problem. I'll probably start by pulling the passenger inner fender. The pump works fine with fluid in the tank. Anybody have any thoughts or tips?
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Old 02-10-2024, 06:37 PM   #2
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Probably the seal around the pump at the bottom of the tank, pretty common problem on all cars.
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Old 02-11-2024, 07:00 AM   #3
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Probably the seal around the pump at the bottom of the tank, pretty common problem on all cars.
This is probably it, particularly if it's losing all the fluid.
Any way to peak with an inspection mirror and a flashlight before you pull the wheel well liner?
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Old 02-11-2024, 09:01 AM   #4
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My 16 camaro had a chinesium pump that rusted and stopped working, it’s entirely plausible that your pump has rusted through and is leaking.

The fix was an improved pump, and installation was pretty easy.
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Old 02-11-2024, 10:46 AM   #5
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This is probably it, particularly if it's losing all the fluid.
Any way to peak with an inspection mirror and a flashlight before you pull the wheel well liner?
I don't think so, and I'll need to pull the bottom of the fender to change it. It appears the ATS tank is different from the Camaro. The ATS has a low level sensor, and the pump can't be accessed from the fender well. I'm going to order a pump and a bushing. Thank you for the replies.

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