Windshield Washer Effectiveness
Pit Crew
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From: Colorado
I think mine is not working properly. While it does come on automatically, the sensitivity is way too high - too much rain before it triggers. It also seems like it may be an intermittent problem as on some occasions it works as every other car I have had with a rain sensing system. First problem with my new-ish RX350. Have not had it back to the dealer yet but will mention when it goes in. Annoying for sure.
Racer
Joined: Mar 2023
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From: TX
Pit Crew
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From: Colorado
Big thread here: https://www.clublexus.com/forums/rx-...p-working.html
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2023
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From: BC
Total oppositive for me, won't consistently come on unless its a down pour in which case I just set it to slow speed. My MDX had same issues.
Intermediate
Joined: Mar 2011
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From: TX
This new Lexus windshield washer system SUCKS. It barely gets any fluid on the glass. It's an unnecessarily complex system that flexes the feed hose with every wipe. However, here in Texas, with barely any rain, it may last.
1st Gear
Joined: Aug 2024
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What do people think of the front windshield washer effectiveness? Mine seems poor. The fluid quantity isn't that much, and it sprays on too late in the wipe cycle, the water mostly hits the mid to upper windshield first, and thus most of it is quickly swept over the roof. The lower part of the windshield doesn't get cleaned at all. Does anyone else see this? I have to see if the jets on the arms are adjustable, but at first glance they don't seem to be. And the fluid from the factory contains no detergent at all, have to get some good German OEM windshield washer fluid in there - the Germans know how to clean a windshield.
Racer
Joined: Mar 2023
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From: TX
If you only have the factory fill fluid in there, buy some washer fluid concentrate and pour it in. The factory fill makes a mediocre system useless.
Rookie
Joined: Feb 2019
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From: FL
I had a 2024 loaner and noticed that. It squirts such a minimal amount of fluid and the blades are moving ahead of the fluid so they dry swipe a couple times first, smearing in the bug or dirt even worse before the weak fluid streams on. Literally a dealbreaker for me as I drive thousands of highway miles in the southeast. Bug covered windshields are common for me. I need an effective wash system.
I was really excited about the 5th gen models and was sure I was ready to move on from my 2022, but after 5 days in the 2024, No Thanks. "The Endless Pursuit Of Perfection" has been replaced by "The Endless Pursuit Of Plastic".
I was really excited about the 5th gen models and was sure I was ready to move on from my 2022, but after 5 days in the 2024, No Thanks. "The Endless Pursuit Of Perfection" has been replaced by "The Endless Pursuit Of Plastic".
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Joined: Oct 2001
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From: NJ
However, one thing I would NOT use would be dishwashing soap. That stuff is meant to cut grease on dishes…what do you think it would do to any wax or other coating on the paint? especially if it is allowed to dry…
I use the stuff you buy in the one gallon jug, and dilute it with water according to the label.
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