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Low windshield fluid indicator won’t shut off even though full.

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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 09:14 AM
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Default Low windshield fluid indicator won’t shut off even though full.

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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 10:35 AM
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probably the float sensor is clogged, stuck, or malfunctioned. this will require access to the reservoir inside the bumper cover.
you may be able to access the sensor by removing the fender liner from the wheel well.

before you go about removing things, give a firm tap to the bumper with your hand and see if the float unclogs.
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 10:39 AM
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or you can go under the battery to get to it also
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 11:01 AM
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Im reading its a common failure and people just unplug it.Thats what they did on mine.

https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls-...fluid-not.html
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 12:39 PM
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Originally Posted by timmy0tool
probably the float sensor is clogged, stuck, or malfunctioned. this will require access to the reservoir inside the bumper cover.
you may be able to access the sensor by removing the fender liner from the wheel well.

before you go about removing things, give a firm tap to the bumper with your hand and see if the float unclogs.
Perhaps the float is soggy...

Replacement part information:

See 85335 on exploded parts diagram




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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 01:00 PM
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k well then im not alone then lol. litreally just delt with this exact same thing. low washer fluid message even when filled with washer fluid. i just disconnected it.
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Old Jun 15, 2018 | 01:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Stereorob
k well then im not alone then lol. litreally just delt with this exact same thing. low washer fluid message even when filled with washer fluid. i just disconnected it.
What my previous owner said....no sense fixing it,its just going to go out again.
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