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Windshield washer fluid pump not working

I have a 2007 Cobalt with 20,000 miles and the windshield washer fluid pump is no longer working. I can't even see where the pump might be and owners manual doesn't list a fuse for it. It worked for me when I bought it it 2 weeks ago. Hoping it's a simple fix and can figure it out, Would this still be under warranty if I have to bring it in?

  • Disny70 Dec 16, 2008

    I have a 2006 cobalt ss and my pump has been working on and off since Nov 26th - it seems to work if its above 40 degrees outside. I wont be seeing those kinds of temps for a long time since I live in Chicago.

  • Anonymous Dec 26, 2008

    Same issue ... 2007 Cobalt, windshield washer doesn't work, no fuse listed in the owner's manual. There must be a fuse serving this device since it's electric. Has anybody figured this one out?


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