Frozen Pajero Nozzles? Learn the Heater Repair Fix

Hey there! I had a similar issue with my 2008 Montero (pretty much the same as your Pajero). I've got some experience working on cars, but this one needed professional help. The washer nozzle heater in my case had a loose cable connection that needed fixing. Took it to my local workshop and they found the wiring was corroded and causing the heater to fail. Total bill came to around 95 Euro, but it's been working perfectly since then. What's your exact model and engine type? Might help me share more specific details about the fix. Also, are you noticing any other electrical issues? Cheers!

Thanks for sharing your experience! Mine's a gasoline model with 96797 KM on the clock. Just had it serviced last month. I'm actually not seeing any other electrical issues at the moment, it's just these pesky nozzles acting up. Did your mechanic mention any preventive measures to avoid this happening again in the future? The freezing is getting really annoying, especially during my morning commute.

Hey again! Yeah, I totally get how annoying those frozen nozzles can be during winter commutes! Actually, after my repair, my mechanic shared some really useful tips. Since my 2008 Montero is pretty similar to yours (mine's at about 105,000 KM now), I think these would work for you too. The main thing my mechanic recommended was regularly checking the washer fluid, make sure you're using proper winter-grade stuff with a low freezing point. I switched to a better winter fluid, and it's made a huge difference. Also, he showed me how to check the connections every few months, just a quick peek under the hood near the nozzle wiring harness. One thing I learned from my experience, if you park outside overnight, try to run your wipers/washers right before turning off the engine. This helps prevent fluid from sitting in the lines and freezing. Been doing this since my repair and haven't had any issues, even during some really cold mornings. Let me know if you try any of these tips! Always happy to help out a fellow Montero/Pajero owner.

Thanks so much for all those detailed tips! Really appreciate you taking the time to explain everything. I actually never thought about running the washers before turning off the engine, that's such a smart idea! I've been parking outside most nights, so I'll definitely start doing that. I'll grab some winter-grade washer fluid this weekend and check those connections you mentioned. If that doesn't sort it out, I might head to my local workshop and have them take a look at the wiring, just like you did. The 95 Euro you paid sounds pretty reasonable for peace of mind. Thanks again for all your help! It's great to get advice from someone who's dealt with the same issue. Will let you know how it goes!