1999 Jeep Cherokee Washer Pump Not Working

1999 JEEP CHEROKEE
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NJ_FIREGUY
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My windshield wiper motor works normally but the pump from the wiper fluid reservoir is not working. I used it less than a week ago and it worked perfectly. I tried to use it a few days ago and no fluid came out. I thought the wiper fluid was low so I refilled the reservoir. It appears that the pump isn't working (I can't hear it and no fluid to front or rear wipers).

Is there a fuse specifically for the wiper fluid reservoir pump -- I didn't have time to check today as I was running late for work :( Where is the electrical wiring to this pump located ?

Specs: 99 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0 L F/I engine -- 98,880 miles.


Any suggestions ??
Jan 21, 2007 at 11:41 PM
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CARUNDELL
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[quote:6f9be0fb63="NJ_Fireguy"]My windshield wiper motor works normally but the pump from the wiper fluid reservoir is not working. I used it less than a week ago and it worked perfectly. I tried to use it a few days ago and no fluid came out. I thought the wiper fluid was low so I refilled the reservoir. It appears that the pump isn't working (I can't hear it and no fluid to front or rear wipers).

Is there a fuse specifically for the wiper fluid reservoir pump -- I didn't have time to check today as I was running late for work :( Where is the electrical wiring to this pump located ?

Specs: 99 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4.0 L F/I engine -- 98,880 miles.


Any suggestions ??[/quote:6f9be0fb63]

Hey NJ,
The washer pump is on the same circuit breaker as the wipers. The pump is located at the base of the fluid tank. Some possibilities are the wiring connections are corroded or the pump has failed. Let us know!

Chris
Jan 22, 2007 at 12:02 AM

Suggested Repair

The washer pump shares the wiper circuit breaker and sits at the base of the fluid tank. Inspect the pump wiring connections for corrosion; if they are sound, the pump has likely failed and should be replaced.

Conversation Summary

A 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport owner reports that the windshield wipers work but the washer pump is silent and sends no fluid to the front or rear. The expert says the pump is on the same circuit breaker as the wipers, is located at the base of the fluid tank, and that corroded wiring connections or a failed pump are the likely causes.

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