Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Headlight Washer Nozzle Jet Left Right N/O/S 1K8955978A

Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Headlight Washer Jet Left Right is a precise component of the headlight washing system, designed specifically for models in this series. It is responsible for effectively distributing fluid onto the lamp lens, which helps maintain proper visibility and stable lighting performance. Thanks to its compatibility with the specific Volkswagen model, it ensures proper fitment with the bumper and the factory washer installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K8955978A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K8955978A
• Substitutable numbers: 1K8955978A, 1K8 955 978 A
• Location on the vehicle: Right, Left
• Part type: Washer Nozzle
• Category: Washer Pumps, Reservoirs & Nozzles

Purpose and Function of the Headlight Washer Jet

The described jet is a component of the system responsible for directing fluid onto the headlight surface. In conjunction with the pump and hoses, it forms a cohesive system that allows for:

• removing dirt from the headlight lens when driving in rain, mud, or snow,
• maintaining a stable light beam distribution,
• reducing the risk of blinding other road users due to dirty lamps.

Thanks to its design tailored to the specific Scirocco Mk3 model, the jet works with the factory washer fluid system without the need for installation modifications.

Compatibility and Vehicle Placement

The component is designed for installation on the right or left side of the vehicle, making it easier to select when replacing a single jet. This solution allows for:

• maintaining consistent operation of both headlight washers,
• easier diagnostics – the ability to replace only the damaged side,
• maintaining the factory fluid spray geometry.

Placement in the front bumper area requires the part to be dimensionally and structurally correctly matched, ensuring proper extension and retraction of the jet during system operation.

Role in the "Washer Fluid Tanks, Pumps, and Jets" Category

The product belongs to the Washer Fluid Tanks, Pumps, and Jets group, which are components responsible for storing, pumping, and distributing fluid. In practice, this means the jet works directly with:

• the washer fluid reservoir,
• the pump generating the appropriate pressure,
• the hoses supplying fluid to the headlights.

A functional jet is crucial for maintaining even fluid atomization, which translates to the efficiency of the entire headlight washer system in Volkswagen vehicles.

Product Characteristics and Condition

The offered jet is an original component intended for Volkswagen vehicles, which helps maintain the factory operating parameters of the washer system. As a used part from the aftermarket, it is a solution for users seeking a technically sound component while optimizing repair costs.

Choosing an original jet from this series helps reduce the risk of fitment issues, leaks, or incorrect spray angles, which are typical for random aftermarket replacements of uncertain origin.

Assistance with Selection and System Expansion

When working on the headlight washer system, it's worth paying attention to the consistency of all components – from the reservoir, through the pump, to the final jets. If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the washer system area in your Volkswagen and need other parts from the same group, such as reservoirs, pumps, or additional jets, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Washer Fluid Tanks, Pumps, and Jets category.

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