Access to washer reservoir for leak

Phil700 · Feb 17th, 2021, 16:30

Hi, I've read the threads that relate to high washer fluid useage, however I have a definite dripping leak as the cause of this on my V90 (ex-warranty). Its exiting from where the front passenger wheelarch liner meets with the very front edge of the sill, so I presume its quite likely to be coming from the reservoir itself.

Does anyone know the best way to inspect the bottom of the reservoir - can I do it by removing the (wheel and) wheelarch lining and, if so, is this difficult? The prospect of removing the fairing over the very top of the reservoir looks a little scary as that fairing seems to be continuous with the (super smooth) trim joint at the base of the windscreen.

No videos on YouTube (that I can find).

Any pointers would be welcome

St Evelyn · Feb 17th, 2021, 16:59

Can't help with your query I'm afraid, however, I've had a screenwash leak since getting the car. First reported it to the dealer a year ago and they confirmed that it's coming from the joint between the filler pipe and the reservoir (quite common apparently, just needs a new washer). Sadly the combination of poor health and Covid has meant that I'm yet to get it fixed, however, I'll do so in the coming months once lockdown is lifted and I fancy a trip to the coast.

Just thought I'd mention it as it could well be the same issue. As well as the fluid going down quickly without use, the key clue was that fluid would start running all over the driveway when filling the fluid up, despite me not having spilt any or had it reach the top of the filler neck.

Phil700 · Feb 17th, 2021, 17:56

many thanks for reply - hope you were still in warranty, unlike me

anyone else any other pointers to reaching the beast?

tto121 · Jul 9th, 2022, 02:07

I have the same issue for my V60 2021 and still looking for the solution.

Pidgeonpost · Jul 9th, 2022, 07:15

There are a few threads covering this problem on various models, and videos on YouTube.
I have the same problem on our V70 and the fix is on my 'to do' list, which was a PostIt note until my wife found it. It now covers 2 sheets of A4.

Feb 17th, 2021, 16:30	#1
Phil700 New Member Last Online: Jan 27th, 2024 23:22 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Nantwich	Access to washer reservoir for leak Hi, I've read the threads that relate to high washer fluid useage, however I have a definite dripping leak as the cause of this on my V90 (ex-warranty). Its exiting from where the front passenger wheelarch liner meets with the very front edge of the sill, so I presume its quite likely to be coming from the reservoir itself. Does anyone know the best way to inspect the bottom of the reservoir - can I do it by removing the (wheel and) wheelarch lining and, if so, is this difficult? The prospect of removing the fairing over the very top of the reservoir looks a little scary as that fairing seems to be continuous with the (super smooth) trim joint at the base of the windscreen. No videos on YouTube (that I can find). Any pointers would be welcome __________________ V90 March 17 Winter, Xenium, Carplay (which was a waste of money) Nantwich, Cheshire

Feb 17th, 2021, 16:59	#2
St Evelyn VOC Member Last Online: Mar 24th, 2024 19:52 Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Trowbridge	Can't help with your query I'm afraid, however, I've had a screenwash leak since getting the car. First reported it to the dealer a year ago and they confirmed that it's coming from the joint between the filler pipe and the reservoir (quite common apparently, just needs a new washer). Sadly the combination of poor health and Covid has meant that I'm yet to get it fixed, however, I'll do so in the coming months once lockdown is lifted and I fancy a trip to the coast. Just thought I'd mention it as it could well be the same issue. As well as the fluid going down quickly without use, the key clue was that fluid would start running all over the driveway when filling the fluid up, despite me not having spilt any or had it reach the top of the filler neck. __________________ Current - 2017 V90 D4 Inscription Previous - 2011 S80 D3

Feb 17th, 2021, 17:56	#3
Phil700 New Member Last Online: Jan 27th, 2024 23:22 Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Nantwich	many thanks for reply - hope you were still in warranty, unlike me anyone else any other pointers to reaching the beast? __________________ V90 March 17 Winter, Xenium, Carplay (which was a waste of money) Nantwich, Cheshire

Jul 9th, 2022, 07:15	#5
Pidgeonpost Master Member Last Online: Apr 8th, 2024 06:51 Join Date: Dec 2021 Location: Gloucester	There are a few threads covering this problem on various models, and videos on YouTube. I have the same problem on our V70 and the fix is on my 'to do' list, which was a PostIt note until my wife found it. It now covers 2 sheets of A4. __________________ V70 D5 SE Lux MY 2008

Jul 9th, 2022, 02:07	#4
tto121 New Member Last Online: Sep 30th, 2023 18:13 Join Date: Jul 2022 Location: London	I have the same issue for my V60 2021 and still looking for the solution.

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