Windshield washer button replacement
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Windshield washer button replacement
The windshield washer button on my 2005 LS430 popped off. The retaining clips are broken. I called the local dealer for a replacement and he told me that they only sell the entire combination switch (both turn signal and wiper control arms) as a unit for about $350. All I need is the little plastic button that should be about $1. Can anyone help me find a replacement for this washer control button? I have attached two pictures to clarify the part. Appreciate the help!
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That's a real bummer. Probably a stock Toyota item as they all look the same. Maybe a junk yard Camry or Avalon or Tacoma will be cheaper to pull your own button from one about to be crushed.
Can you take a better photo with the light behind you so we can see what that thing looks like. Did you find the broken off plastic? Doubtful it is repairable.
Can you take a better photo with the light behind you so we can see what that thing looks like. Did you find the broken off plastic? Doubtful it is repairable.
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I have not been able to find the tips that were broken off. Basically it's a small barb facing outward so that when inserted, it stays put in the slots of the control arm. I found the spring/electrode that activates the washer motor and it works fine, but without this little button, it is prone to fall out easily. I suppose it's worth looking around at local recycling yards to see if I can get just the button.
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Broken Windshield Washer Button 2004 LS430
The windshield washer button on my 2005 LS430 popped off. The retaining clips are broken. I called the local dealer for a replacement and he told me that they only sell the entire combination switch (both turn signal and wiper control arms) as a unit for about $350. All I need is the little plastic button that should be about $1. Can anyone help me find a replacement for this washer control button? I have attached two pictures to clarify the part. Appreciate the help!
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Easy and simple fix that works great!
Take a very small dental rubberband or a rubber washer that is similar to a rubberband. Run it around the button but through both slots so the band can't go up too high and stays in place. Take a fine flathead screwdriver or a hard thin piece of plastic and carefully work the rubberband down while inserting the button. Once seated in place it won't let the button fall out, the rubber is hidden and it works better than the original design. And it also looks factory since there's no use of tape. Good luck.
Last edited by TPSTulane; Jun 22, 2016 at 06:30 AM.
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Hello,
Likely ancient history for you but i have the same problem with my ls 430 wiper control. Like yours, the little plastic cap came off. I'm curious how you were able to confirm operation of your washer spray. I've tried depressing the little steel thingy that is now exposed under where the cap was. how do i access the "spring/electrode" to operate motor?
Thank in advance,
Nick
Likely ancient history for you but i have the same problem with my ls 430 wiper control. Like yours, the little plastic cap came off. I'm curious how you were able to confirm operation of your washer spray. I've tried depressing the little steel thingy that is now exposed under where the cap was. how do i access the "spring/electrode" to operate motor?
Thank in advance,
Nick
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The windshield washer button on my 2005 LS430 popped off. The retaining clips are broken. I called the local dealer for a replacement and he told me that they only sell the entire combination switch (both turn signal and wiper control arms) as a unit for about $350. All I need is the little plastic button that should be about $1. Can anyone help me find a replacement for this washer control button? I have attached two pictures to clarify the part. Appreciate the help!
Likely ancient history for you but i have the same problem with my ls 430 wiper control. Like yours, the little plastic cap came off. I'm curious how you were able to confirm operation of your washer spray. I've tried depressing the little steel thingy that is now exposed under where the cap was. how do i access the "spring/electrode" to operate motor?
Thank in advance,
Nick
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Didn't fall out but stuck in
Not to hijack or change the subject much but I have a similar problem. When I bought my car I failed to check this item and of course....
Its pressed in and will not come back out. Was going to start a thread on this yesterday and saw this and figured I'd add to it. Any ideas on a fix or is it a total replacement just for this? I can't use the wiper fluid at all. Fluid is still in there and all the fuses are good. Pump is still connected I believe as well. Obviously the spring in there is not doing its job. Either that or the previous owner tried something that didn't pan out.
Any help appreciated. Thanks guys
Its pressed in and will not come back out. Was going to start a thread on this yesterday and saw this and figured I'd add to it. Any ideas on a fix or is it a total replacement just for this? I can't use the wiper fluid at all. Fluid is still in there and all the fuses are good. Pump is still connected I believe as well. Obviously the spring in there is not doing its job. Either that or the previous owner tried something that didn't pan out.
Any help appreciated. Thanks guys
Last edited by LexuStix; Dec 5, 2018 at 05:42 PM.
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For the record, I resolved my problem today. I found a guy with a junker 2004 ls430 and gave him 40 bucks for the wiper/turn signal control. Yet another reason to love these cars. It is so very easy to find used parts that would otherwise cost big$$.
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Lucky you. I can't seem to load the picture. Gets to 90% then stops. Argh.
