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First R1S problem so far -- low pressure windshield fluid

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I haven't had the need to clean my windshield and use the windshield washer fluid until yesterday. When I tried it just kind of dribbled out. It never made it to the windshield.

Anyone else have this issue?

Everything else about the car is perfect so far!
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Congratulations! I’m slotted for July-September. There’s been lots of complaints about the ride quality being very bumpy/bouncy. What are your impressions?
 

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Check to make sure your washer fluid hoses are tight. I've seen a few other reports of this in the early delivery days of the R1T.

Also, if can't fix it easily, call service. They have been fantastic at trouble shooting.
 

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It's normal. Most just spray right down at the bottom of windshield. You have to let wind push it up the glass. Just use alot.
 

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I had this problem when I picked mine up last week: it just dribbled out, more of a spurt than a spray. Check for a kink where the hose runs from the body to the hood. It took a little tugging to situate right and not allow it to kink anymore. It has been much better since I did this, though one of my nozzles is loose. Service appt next week for that.
 

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Congratulations! I’m slotted for July-September. There’s been lots of complaints about the ride quality being very bumpy/bouncy. What are your impressions?
I honestly have zero complaints about the ride quality. I keep it in all-purpose mode and auto ride height, and it feels like it should not be as good as it is. This vehicle is a dream to drive. I don't notice any porpoising.

I should have prefaced that by saying that I have not driven the R1T for comparison. But I have previously owned a Land Rover LR4, two Honda Pilots, VW Atlas, and Volvo XC90 Recharge, and it is better at everything than those cars.
 

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Also have zero issues with ride comfort, it's lofty but planted and definitely not bouncy. I'd say the only issue I identify with is steering in straight line can require some due diligence, it's a little too responsive at highway speeds. I think they addressed that in the latest firmware coming out soon though, going to have to give it a try..
 

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Congratulations! I’m slotted for July-September. There’s been lots of complaints about the ride quality being very bumpy/bouncy. What are your impressions?
I think the ride is great. I have the A/T 20s, so there is a little bounce, but it's a truck after all. Handles corners well, very responsive steering. No complaints here.
 

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I honestly have zero complaints about the ride quality. I keep it in all-purpose mode and auto ride height, and it feels like it should not be as good as it is. This vehicle is a dream to drive. I don't notice any porpoising.

I should have prefaced that by saying that I have not driven the R1T for comparison. But I have previously owned a Land Rover LR4, two Honda Pilots, VW Atlas, and Volvo XC90 Recharge, and it is better at everything than those cars.
Awesome. That’s what I was hoping you’d say.
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