Afternoon folks.

I'm currently working my way through the minor niggles with my recently acquired 5.0 S/C.

I've noticed that there is water in the rear wheel well and some unknown crystalline deposits forming on the underside of the boot floor. I had wondered whether it might be washer fluid and the crystalline substance is the anti-freeze chemical. I've also noticed that when I press the rear washer, I get a dribble of water running down the nearside of the window (on the outside). However, I'm sure that when I first picked up the car, the washer spray projected from the wiper arm as it moved over the window, which might mean that I have a partially blocked hose or nozzle. Could someone confirm how the screen wash should project onto the rear screen?

I've also noticed an unused connector in the spare wheel well with a little corrosion on some of the pins (see below). Does anyone know what this plug serves?

Cheers,

Tom

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I think your unused connector is for the tow bar power Tom.

Ah, that's a good shout actually. The last owner had an aftermarket tow bar fitted, which might explain why some of the conductors have been modified and taped with electrical tape.

Also make sure the seal round the tailgate is clean mine got dunked up and allowed a bit of water in but most likely the washer