Sunday, December 20, 2009

Audi A4 Reset Indicator Light for Washer Fluid

The washer fluid on my 2001 A4 has a leak in the system. It still holds plenty of washer fluid however, so I just want to know if there is a way to turn off the annoying light that displays in the screen between the spedometer and odometer. Thank you!Audi A4 Reset Indicator Light for Washer Fluid
You can short the fluid sensor by pulling the wiring harness connector off of the sensor and run a short wire between the two female wire leads in the harness connectors





The sensor can be accessed by removing the driver side wheel and fender liner; the fluid level sensor is about 2/3 down the reservoir.





FWIW, what is leaking is the housing of the washer pump; on 2000 and 2001 A4s, cracked pump housings are fairly common. You can order a new washer pump from the dealer (costly) or from any reputable on line parts store (bimmerparts.com) ... simply pop the old one out and pop in the new pump (and O-ring).Audi A4 Reset Indicator Light for Washer Fluid
I think you cam jumper the two connections on the washer fluid reservoir together. It's a pretty simple circuit. I can tell you though that the crack in that thing will get longer over time and will need to be replaced. No point in hurrying though. I think they're like $500 replaced at the dealer. Something outrageous like that.

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