When you click on links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to, the eBay Partner Network.
I need to replace the windshield washer pump in my '72 Cutlass Supreme. I was wondering if anyone has any tips or advice before I do the job. I found a replacement at The Parts Place.
I replaced the pump....it was a straight forward replacement. However, it still isnt working. I have checked to make sure the lines are clear and can hear the soft clicks of the pump when activated. Do you have to prime the pump? If so how?
There is a somewhat fussy alignment procedure required to get the pump drive features lined up with the gear pawl on the motor. If this isn't done right, the pump will not work. The process involves locking the pump drive in a specific position with a gauge pin. It's described in the Chassis Service Manual.
There is a somewhat fussy alignment procedure required to get the pump drive features lined up with the gear pawl on the motor. If this isn't done right, the pump will not work. The process involves locking the pump drive in a specific position with a gauge pin. It's described in the Chassis Service Manual.
Thanks Joe. The only thing I can find in the CSM regarding the windshield washer is the troubleshooting guide on 12-47. I have seen some electric replacement pumps that closely resemble the OEM. Im not sure if they make one for my 72 but may look and go that route.
Thanks Joe. The only thing I can find in the CSM regarding the windshield washer is the troubleshooting guide on 12-47. I have seen some electric replacement pumps that closely resemble the OEM. Im not sure if they make one for my 72 but may look and go that route.
Depending on the model year, the wiper disassembly instructions may be in the Fisher Body Manual. There's an indexing hole that you are supposed to insert a pin into to align the pump drive before installation.
Trico makes the electric pump. P/N 11-515. Available from Amazon, RockAuto, etc.
Depending on the model year, the wiper disassembly instructions may be in the Fisher Body Manual. There's an indexing hole that you are supposed to insert a pin into to align the pump drive before installation.
Trico makes the electric pump. P/N 11-515. Available from Amazon, RockAuto, etc.
Parts Place sells the exact replacement. Part number WW4361Z for 45.00. I bought one for my 442 and just a few months ago for my 71 Convertible. It is one of the rare instances where a repro is even better than the factory as you don't have to index it. It just bolts on and it was squirting fluid after the second push on the button. The hose attachment fitting is the correct white piece, although I changed it to a right angle from straight to be like the original.
January 27th, 2018, 11:07 AM
