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May 6, 2025 | 09:40 AM

HybridSE

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Windshield washer issue

Hello from a newbie to the forum...
I have a 2020 Camry Hybrid SE with low mileage. I had a low washer fluid message pop up. I filled the reservoir for the 1st time since new... now I don't have fluid spraying at all. I can hear the pump working, but no luck.

Any suggestions/ ideas?

Thanks in advance.

May 6, 2025 | 09:49 AM

HybridSE

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Is there a trick to possibly reset the washer fluid level sensor, or does it need to be replaced?

May 7, 2025 | 09:21 AM

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The system uses a fluid level sensor. If the fluid tank is filled and the senor is working the low fluid indicator should turn off.

When you operate the washer do you hear the sound of the fluid pump working? The pump is connected to the lower part of the tank.

May 7, 2025 | 10:03 AM

HybridSE

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Yes... I can hear the pump... no fluid is sprayed. The dash panel says I have low washer fluid. I did add 1 gallon and still I have zero spray onto the windshield.
Thanks for the reply.

May 8, 2025 | 05:50 AM

Fxstsb

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Originally Posted by HybridSE

have you ever been to the dealer?

May 8, 2025 | 08:57 AM

HybridSE

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Yes... they want $150.00 to diagnose the issue alone. Just asking before I pull that trigger.
Thanks for the question.

May 13, 2025 | 08:25 PM

toyomoho

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The fluid level sensor can fail but can be replaced. A hose from the pump or the pump intake clog up. Youtube would have videos on accessing the reservoir which has the pump.

May 14, 2025 | 06:55 AM

Fxstsb

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What I would do. I would disconnect the washer hose at the reservoir and blow air through it. if air won’t go through neither will water

Mar 2, 2026 | 08:48 PM

nathanhenry

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Quote:

Originally Posted by HybridSE

Hello from a newbie to the forum...
I have a 2020 Camry Hybrid SE with low mileage. I had a low washer fluid message pop up. I filled the reservoir for the first time since new, and while checking around I also noticed my Can-Am Defender Light Tint Rear Windshield; now I don't have fluid spraying at all. I can hear the pump working, but no luck.

Any suggestions/ ideas?

Thanks in advance.

If you can hear the pump but no fluid sprays, the likely causes are clogged nozzles, air trapped in the lines, or a disconnected/kinked hose. Check the hoses and clean the nozzles first.